This is an excellent resource for all those interested in undertaking research with children and young people in a variety of contexts. It will be particularly valuable for students and practitioners working with children in education, health, social work and in communities, as it provides valuable practical advice, with examples from a range of professional contexts.
Michelle O’Reilly, Pablo Ronzoni and Nisha Dogra contribute significantly to what it means to conduct research that privileges the interests and concerns of diverse children. They demonstrate a clear understanding of the key issues involved in conducting research with children. As a result, they produce a detailed, practice-oriented book that is indeed beneficial to "researchers who are new to research with children" (p. xii) and which at the same time reminds experienced researchers to conduct research with children in ways that value their lives and social situations.
Very clear and comprehensive guide on how to conduct research with children. Covers essential issues, invaluable resource for practitioners and researchers alike.
This book is a significant contribution to the available resources on doing research with children. It provides a step-by-step guide through all the phases of the research process. The author’s emphasis on research with vulnerable children is outstanding. It also addresses the various ethical issues in a very clear and practical way, even providing an example of a consent form. It is written in an easy to read and accessible style and is comprehensive enough to enhance the research skills of people on different academic levels.
This is a fantastic book giving foundational knowledge to my students about carrying out research with children. From ethical considerations to methodology and beyond, this informative book is a recommended companion for all those on the Foundation Degree in Early Years Care and Education.
An easy to read text that introduces research with children.
This book is divided into three distinctive sections that guides the reader through the ethics, preparation and planning of a research project with children. There are activities and practical advice throughout to highlight the essential elements of conducting research with children.
A good book but not as relevant to the course that i am teaching as I had hoped. Useful for practitioners planning or carrying out research with children.
Really Useful with dissertation students.
This was used widely by the previous years second years to support their Individual Reserach Project.
There are not enough books in this field, so very appreciative of such a good text
A useful book that explores key topics. The front cover is very appealing.Useful practical activities. User friendly book.
Comprehensive content, presented in an easily understood and approachable manner.
My sense is that the authors of this book have carefully considered the other work that is available on research with children and written a book that can secure its own distinctive place and value. An undoubted strength is its emphasis on research with vulnerable groups of children and young people, questions of recruitment, and method selection. The activities are particularly helpful and thought provoking for even experienced researchers.
There are examples interspersed throughout this book which make it very interesting reading. It also reinforces the point well
A useful book to support the M level working on a PGCE. A strength to add to a reading list to encourage students to explore a wider range of literature for their methodology.
Very useful for those thinking about doing research with children. Helpful for both BA and MA students.
This books guides the apprentice in research with children through various ethical, methodological and practical issues in a very clear and pedagogic manner. The authors demonstrate practical experience dealing with complex situations. The examples of real research are very good to provoke critical thinking.
Great for the novice researcher. Key areas appropriately covered. Well laid out and easy to read.
This book contains a wide range of activities and answers to guide students through the research process. There are some excellent vignettes in the chapter on ethics and another good chapter on informed consent/children's capacity to make decisions. Students will find the examples of an information letter and consent form helpful in starting their project. Guidance is given on how to design questionnaires and structured interviews, planning unstructured interviews and participatory methods.
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