Introduction to Narrative Research
Date:
28/07/2014
Organised by:
University of the West of England
Presenter:
Brett Smith (Loughborough University)
Level:
Entry (no or almost no prior knowledge)
Contact:
For booking inquiries: HAS.studydays@uwe.ac.uk
For inquiries about course content and suitability: Nikki2.Hayfield@uwe.ac.uk
Map:
View in Google Maps (BS16 1QY)
Venue:
University of the West of England, Frenchay Campus, Bristol
Description:
Course Leader(s): Brett Smith (Loughborough University)
Aims
The workshop will provide participants with an introduction to narrative research, a family of qualitative methods for making sense of ‘storied’ data. The workshop will provide an overview of the key assumptions and distinctive features of narrative research and support participants in developing ‘craft skills’ in narrative analysis.
The Participants
The workshop will be equally appropriate to individuals undertaking postgraduate study and experienced researchers new to narrative research. The workshop is aimed at participants with little or no knowledge or experience of narrative research.
The Course Leader
Brett Smith is co-author of Qualitative Research Methods in Sport, Exercise and Health (Routledge) and author of numerous papers on narrative inquiry.
Workshop Structure and Content
The workshop will incorporate the Qualitative Research International Summer School opening keynote address by Professor Brendan Gough.
Teaching and Learning Methods
The workshop will include lecture content, practical activities and small group work, with lots of opportunities to seek the advice of the facilitator.
Cost:
Early bird fee £150 (ends 31 May 2014), late fee £175
Website and registration:
http://courses.uwe.ac.uk/Z51000033/2013
Region:
South West
Keywords:
Frameworks for Research and Research Designs, Qualitative Data Handling and Data Analysis, Narrative Methods, Narrative Analysis
Related publications and presentations:
Frameworks for Research and Research Designs
Qualitative Data Handling and Data Analysis
Narrative Methods