Practical Mapping for Applied Research and Program Evaluation is the first book to bring the mapping methodology to social research and program evaluation. Bernadette Wright and Steven E. Wallis guide readers through all phases of the research process: learning from stakeholder experience; reviewing existing knowledge in the field; conducting new data collection such as interviews; collaborating with other researchers; and facilitating the use of knowledge for communication, collaboration, and action. With plenty of illustrations and navigational aids such as "travel tips," the book is an…mehr
Practical Mapping for Applied Research and Program Evaluation is the first book to bring the mapping methodology to social research and program evaluation. Bernadette Wright and Steven E. Wallis guide readers through all phases of the research process: learning from stakeholder experience; reviewing existing knowledge in the field; conducting new data collection such as interviews; collaborating with other researchers; and facilitating the use of knowledge for communication, collaboration, and action. With plenty of illustrations and navigational aids such as "travel tips," the book is an accessible guide for busy students, researchers, and managers of all levels of experience.Hinweis: Dieser Artikel kann nur an eine deutsche Lieferadresse ausgeliefert werden.
Dr. Bernadette Wright is founder of Meaningful Evidence, where she helps nonprofits to use social research to make a bigger difference. She works with organizations in the areas of health, human services, housing, and education. She has delivered dozens of evaluation related workshops and webinars at local, national, and international events. Before starting her own business, Dr. Wright was Consultant at The Lewin Group, where she conducted and managed research on aging and disability issues for federal clients. Before that, she was Policy Research Analyst at AARP Public Policy Institute, where she analyzed proposed legislation and regulations and developed publications on supportive services and community living. In her early career, she was Senior Evaluation Specialist at the Baltimore Mayor's Office of Employment Development. She earned her PhD in public policy/program evaluation from the University of Maryland. She is passionate about advancing equity and social justice.
Inhaltsangabe
Preface Overview and Map of the Book Acknowledgments About the Authors Chapter 1 Three Dimensions of Knowledge for Solving Complex Problems: Meaning, Data, & Logic Toward Better Maps for Solving Complex Problems Three Dimensions of Knowledge Putting the Dimensions Together Right of Way: Research Ethics Chapter 1 Key Points Frequently Asked Questions Further Exploration Chapter 2 Meaning: A Collaborative Mapping Approach The Road Ahead Uses for Collaborative Mapping Milestones on the Road to Collaborative Mapping Dealing With Difficult Dynamics Gamified Approach to Collaborative Mapping Case Study: Mapping a Regional Energy Coalition Chapter 2 Key Points Frequently Asked Questions Further Exploration Chapter 3 Data: Mapping From Related Research and Materials Uses for Mapping From Existing Research Steps to Mapping From Existing Research Mapping From Program Materials Case Study: Mapping From Program Materials Chapter 3 Key Points Frequently Asked Questions Further Exploration Chapter 4 Mapping From Your Own Research The Road Ahead Developing Research Questions for Better Maps Specifying Methods to Answer Your Research Questions Focus on Conducting Interviews Organizing Your Research Findings Reporting and Presenting Your Research Chapter 4 Key Points Frequently Asked Questions Further Exploration Chapter 5 Logic: Evaluating the Structure of Maps The Well-Built Road Our Evolving Understanding of Knowledge Maps Measuring the Structure of Maps Comparing and Improving Maps Case Study: Evaluating The Structure of Entrepreneurship Theories More Views of Structure Chapter 5 Key Points Frequently Asked Questions Further Exploration Chapter 6 Collaborating With Other Researchers The Fragmented World of Social Sciences Putting The Pieces Together Integration, Acceleration, Solution! Finding People, Finding Maps Case Study: Collaboration Among Researchers Chapter 6 Key Points Frequently Asked Questions Further Exploration Chapter 7 Communication, Collaboration, and Action The Road Ahead Tools for Making Maps Making Presentations Guiding Conversations Around a Map Action Planning Tracking Results Chapter 7 Key Points Frequently Asked Questions Further Exploration Appendix A: Advanced Strategies for Making Maps More Useful Bridges Time Core and Belt Looking for Sub-Structures Travelling From Optimism to Reality Scale of Abstraction Reducing Redundancy Unanticipated Consequences Inter-Mapper Consistency Off the Shelf Further Exploration Appendix B: Sample Report Appendix C: Some Research Methods for Building Better Maps Research Strategies For Finding Data Research Strategies For Creating and Expanding Maps Further Exploration Glossary Index
Preface Overview and Map of the Book Acknowledgments About the Authors Chapter 1 Three Dimensions of Knowledge for Solving Complex Problems: Meaning, Data, & Logic Toward Better Maps for Solving Complex Problems Three Dimensions of Knowledge Putting the Dimensions Together Right of Way: Research Ethics Chapter 1 Key Points Frequently Asked Questions Further Exploration Chapter 2 Meaning: A Collaborative Mapping Approach The Road Ahead Uses for Collaborative Mapping Milestones on the Road to Collaborative Mapping Dealing With Difficult Dynamics Gamified Approach to Collaborative Mapping Case Study: Mapping a Regional Energy Coalition Chapter 2 Key Points Frequently Asked Questions Further Exploration Chapter 3 Data: Mapping From Related Research and Materials Uses for Mapping From Existing Research Steps to Mapping From Existing Research Mapping From Program Materials Case Study: Mapping From Program Materials Chapter 3 Key Points Frequently Asked Questions Further Exploration Chapter 4 Mapping From Your Own Research The Road Ahead Developing Research Questions for Better Maps Specifying Methods to Answer Your Research Questions Focus on Conducting Interviews Organizing Your Research Findings Reporting and Presenting Your Research Chapter 4 Key Points Frequently Asked Questions Further Exploration Chapter 5 Logic: Evaluating the Structure of Maps The Well-Built Road Our Evolving Understanding of Knowledge Maps Measuring the Structure of Maps Comparing and Improving Maps Case Study: Evaluating The Structure of Entrepreneurship Theories More Views of Structure Chapter 5 Key Points Frequently Asked Questions Further Exploration Chapter 6 Collaborating With Other Researchers The Fragmented World of Social Sciences Putting The Pieces Together Integration, Acceleration, Solution! Finding People, Finding Maps Case Study: Collaboration Among Researchers Chapter 6 Key Points Frequently Asked Questions Further Exploration Chapter 7 Communication, Collaboration, and Action The Road Ahead Tools for Making Maps Making Presentations Guiding Conversations Around a Map Action Planning Tracking Results Chapter 7 Key Points Frequently Asked Questions Further Exploration Appendix A: Advanced Strategies for Making Maps More Useful Bridges Time Core and Belt Looking for Sub-Structures Travelling From Optimism to Reality Scale of Abstraction Reducing Redundancy Unanticipated Consequences Inter-Mapper Consistency Off the Shelf Further Exploration Appendix B: Sample Report Appendix C: Some Research Methods for Building Better Maps Research Strategies For Finding Data Research Strategies For Creating and Expanding Maps Further Exploration Glossary Index
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