Methodological aspects of collecting data from children

Lessons from three research projects

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ID14895834
AuthorsMelanie Mauthner (University of London, corresponding author)
Year1997
Volume11
Issue1
Pages16-28
Publication date1997-04-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueChildren & Society (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 0951-0605 • E-ISSN: 1099-0860
PublisherWiley (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1002/(sici)1099-0860(199704)11:1<16::aid-chi54>3.0.co;2-d
OpenAlexW4251102075
LanguageEN
Citations received5

This paper considers some methodological aspects of collecting data from children drawing on three empirical studies carried out in home and school settings using qualitative methods. The paper begins with an overview of methodological issues before briefly describing the three studies and the range of methods used. Then it examines the merits and limitations of these methods including participant observation, small group discussions, interviews and structured activities. Finally, some concluding remarks are made about the appropriateness and effectiveness of these methods.

Data collection · Management science · Participant observation · Qualitative property · Qualitative research · Research methodology · Social science · Sociology · Children's Rights and Participation · Computer Science · Early Childhood Education and Development · Engineering · Participatory Visual Research Methods · Psychology

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