Exploring the development of action research in nursing and social care in the UK
A comparative bibliometric review of action research designs in social work (2000–2010)
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 12725237 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Andrew McVicar (0000-0001-8743-5629, Anglia Ruskin University, Chelmsford, UK), Carol Munn-Giddings (Anglia Ruskin University, Chelmsford, UK), Carol Munn‐Giddings (0000-0001-9851-4090, Anglia Ruskin University), Christina Abu-Helil (Independent researcher, Anglia Ruskin University, Chelmsford, UK) |
| Year | 2012 |
| Volume | 10 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 79-101 |
| Publication date | 2012-03-01 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Action Research (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1476-7503 • E-ISSN: 1741-2617 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publishing (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.1177/1476750312439902 |
| OpenAlex | W2011999080 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 7 |
| References cited | 21 |
Action research is promoted in the UK as a vehicle for practice development in health and social care, but its application has not been evaluated. This study reviews research designs in published social work studies, 2000–2010. Applying the analytic strategy of Munn-Giddings et al. (2008) also enabled comparison to be made with nursing action research. Action research has a strong presence in social work. Studies were highly collaborative, mainly qualitative and largely focused on practice or educational development, though user-focused change had a presence. Participant groups generally were ‘active’ in the research process, but participation by academics was low. In contrast, authorship was dominated by academics. External funding suggested an attractiveness of action research to funders. Action research in social work shared similarities with nursing. Main differences were involvement of the voluntary sector, the favouring of interactive group working, and a greater likelihood of service users being co-researchers. Of most concern is the lack of authorship (and by implication, ownership) by practitioners or service users. This is contrary to the underpinning inclusive philosophy, and researchers should be more proactive in acknowledging the contribution of individuals, groups or organizations, as appropriate, and so evidence their growth in research capability and capacity
Action (physics · Action research · Participatory action research · Pedagogy · Political science · Public relations · Qualitative research · Social science · Sociology · Work (physics · Interprofessional Education and Collaboration · Medicine · Mental Health and Patient Involvement · Nursing · Psychology · Social Work Education and Practice · Social Work
Insider Action research as an approach and a method – Exploring institutional encounters from within a birthing context
Measuring in action research
Epistemic injustice and dissidence
Using poetry in a critically reflexive action research co-inquiry with nurses
Appreciative Inquiry for stress management
Comparative Performance of Adult Social Care Research, 1996–2011
Unveiling the Unspeakable
Reflections on Practical Approaches to Involving Children and Young People in the Data Analysis Process
Social work research and the quest for effective practice
Developing intervention research programs in social work
Intervention Research in Social Work
Learning from Experience
Recognizing Social Work
The paradox of participation in action research
Dissemination in action research
| Citations per year | 0.64 |
|---|---|
| Citation span | 2015 - 2022 (8) |
| Highly cited | No |