Participatory Research with Children and Young People

The process of conducting research from start to finish is dealt with, serving the novice or experienced researcher equally with rich interpretations and possibilities encountered at each stage.

The book examines a wide range of interpretations of participatory research through a multi-disciplinary lens and in doing so serves to enrich the methodological literature as well as further promote the possibilities of bringing about social change through engaging the young.

-- Cathy Burke
This important book moves beyond the value of young people′s participation to consider how to do it. It is one of the first books to carefully anchor participation research onto principles of inquiry-based practice and the ethics of good research at a level of detail in which practitioners and theorists alike will find it useful.
-- Dana Mitra
A timely, rich and thought provoking exploration of the issues and dilemmas at the heart of actively and authentically involving all children and young people in each phase of research inquiries that involve them. Each author brings a wealth of experience in this area.
-- Robyn Ewing
A well considered companion for those seeking to engage in the critical work of researching with young children. I highly recommend this book for both beginning researchers and those seeking to explore the dilemmas and challenges associated with this type of research.
-- Deborah Harcourt

This thorough, clearly written, accessible book provides theoretical underpinnings, case studies, extensive discussions of methods, and practical advice as well as compelling arguments regarding the whys and hows of participatory research with children and young people. It does not shy away from the complexities of this work. A thoughtful and inspiring guide to anyone interested in participatory research with children and young people. 

-- Alison Cook-Sather
[The book] provides a really useful overview of the key issues and how researchers might address these... It is concise and clear; explores complex issues together with practical examples and case studies; and brings together theory and practice from different fields in an accessible and engaging way. -- Louca-Mai Brady, Independent Research Consultant
With a robust review of up-to-date literature, incorporation of practical models of participation, extensive discussion of methods, and a solid explanation of youth as capable, significant participants, this book offers a substantial contribution to the interdisciplinary field of participatory research with children and youth. -- Rebecca Kaplan
This is an excellent book which I have used to teach both undergraduate and postgraduate studies. This is one of the best books to use in teaching Research with Children and Young people. It addresses ethical issues that no other book addresses effectively. -- Dr Charles Mugisha * drupal *
Excellent book for students engaging in research. Clear and concise information provided for the reader. -- Miss Johanne Child * drupal *
An excellent resource which gives clear insight into the demands and challenges of research involving this niche population group. The case studies bring the issues to life, allowing the reader to contextualise the issue in more depth -- Mr Dominic Cunliffe * drupal *
This provides a context for students who are considering research options. For example, it discusses ethical and power relations implicit with working with young people.
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This book is also relevant for developing students awareness of involving children and young people in the evaluation of practice -- Mr George Stobbart * drupal *
This text is very up to date! Anyone who is doing a research project with children and young people should buy this text! There are lots of hints and tips on how to conduct participatory research. It also provides detailed critique of such approaches. -- Mr Sean Creaney * drupal *
This text is very up to date! Anyone who is doing a research project with children and young people should buy this text! There are lots of hints and tips on how to conduct participatory research. It also provides detailed critique of such approaches. -- Mr Sean Creaney * drupal *
The text promotes the nature of participative working with children and young people. The nature of understanding cooperation and reducing limitations in terms of access is a valuable pre-requisite in professional practice with children and young people across the professions.
The potential impact of social justice and social change from children and young people themselves is an exciting prospect and the text explores the ethics, value and sustainability of effective future work with children and young people. -- Mr Steve Walker * drupal *
Very Useful for students undertaking dissertations -- Mrs Ghazala Begum * drupal *
This is a useful text however it did not give the level of information I required. -- Mrs Ruth Steyert * drupal *
A sound text for all those considering participatory research with children and young people -- Ms Allison Dunhill * drupal *
Explains a clear format for students working on participatory research. An excellent resource for undergraduate and postgraduate students. -- Ms Caroline Brooks * drupal *
Chapter 6 on Innovative Methods is particularly useful for trainee teachers undertaking action research who wish to engage with the student voice but find it difficult to gauge how to do this
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Easily accessible style -- Ms Dionne Ross * drupal *
A great book for those who is considering research with young people. It covers a variety of topics and conseptual dilemmas when conducting research with youngsters. Personally, the chapter on innovative methods was extremely useful for my own research -- Ms Irena Loveikaite * drup