Action Research for Democracy

New Ideas and Perspectives from Scandinavia

Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Methodology, Sociology
Cover of the book Action Research for Democracy by , Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9781317335443
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: October 5, 2015
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9781317335443
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: October 5, 2015
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

Contemporary society encounters profound economical, socio-ecological and political crises challenging the democratic foundation of our societies. This book addresses the potentials and challenges for Action Research supporting democratic alternatives. It offers a broad spectrum of examples from Scandinavian Action Research showing different openings towards democratic development. The book’s first part contributes with a wide range of examples such as Action Research in relation to the Triple Helix/Mode II contexts, to design as a democratic process, to renewal of welfare work and public institutions, to innovation policies combining Action Research with gender science. In the second part of the book epistemological and ontological dimensions of Action Research are discussed addressing questions of validity criteria related to Action Research, the transformation of knowledge institutions and the specific character of creativity in Action Research. The book offers a basis for theoretical as well as practical oriented discussions and critical reflections within the field of Action Research and related research orientations, involving a wide range of actors.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Contemporary society encounters profound economical, socio-ecological and political crises challenging the democratic foundation of our societies. This book addresses the potentials and challenges for Action Research supporting democratic alternatives. It offers a broad spectrum of examples from Scandinavian Action Research showing different openings towards democratic development. The book’s first part contributes with a wide range of examples such as Action Research in relation to the Triple Helix/Mode II contexts, to design as a democratic process, to renewal of welfare work and public institutions, to innovation policies combining Action Research with gender science. In the second part of the book epistemological and ontological dimensions of Action Research are discussed addressing questions of validity criteria related to Action Research, the transformation of knowledge institutions and the specific character of creativity in Action Research. The book offers a basis for theoretical as well as practical oriented discussions and critical reflections within the field of Action Research and related research orientations, involving a wide range of actors.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Camera Constructs by
Cover of the book Contemporary Body Psychotherapy by
Cover of the book The New York Stock Exchange by
Cover of the book Leaving Early by
Cover of the book Geography of the National Health (RLE Social & Cultural Geography) by
Cover of the book Creativity and Performance in Industrial Organization by
Cover of the book Beyond Methodological Nationalism by
Cover of the book Communication, Relationships and Care by
Cover of the book Pathways to Systemic Change by
Cover of the book Challenges of Globalization by
Cover of the book The Ashgate Research Companion to Feminist Legal Theory by
Cover of the book The Theatre of Empire by
Cover of the book Green Crimes and Dirty Money by
Cover of the book Regions by
Cover of the book Planning, Risk and Property Development by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy