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Brook Batch, Mount St. Joseph University, Cincinnati, OH 

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Brook Batch, Mount St. Joseph University, Cincinnati, OH 

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Hi All, I’m Brook! My current research interests revolve around engaging students with research and technology. I’m interested in learning about new participatory research/AR approaches that could be used within my community. I’m interested in learning about new approaches that could help get students more engaged with research and doing projects that are meaningful to them.

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Hello Everyone,

My name is Rebecca Allen. I am the Chair of Computer Science and Mathematics at a small private liberal arts college, Mount St. Joseph University.

I don't know if I am trying to change something about ICQI per se - it's a great conference if you've never been, you'll like it - but I do very much think that we need more participatory research in the computer science. We also need much more inclusion of women and minorities in CS - only 1 and 5 of us is a women. Let's change that.

Ok, actually I take it back. I guess if I were to change anything at ICQI I'd challenge qualitative and action researchers to think about use of computers and computers in their day to day a bit more. It might feel like technology and action research don't always mix but maybe they should. After all, what's more more influencial than the tiny computer in your pocket (your smartphone)? We have cool people in computing too ;)

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Steve Kroeger, University of Cincinnati 

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Steve Kroeger, University of Cincinnati 

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is it possible to bring and cultivate the joy of communication that we had as children

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Please finf our first year reengagement here (click image)

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1. Use the title line to state your name, affiliation (if any), and where you are located

2. Use the body to share what you are trying to find out about or change at ICQI 2024

3. Add a picture that speaks to your answer to 2. You can click on the globe magnifying glass to do so, clicking on images and using key words to search

Please share whatever you would like, if not the items above!

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Hello everyone,
I am Bhawana Shrestha from Nepal. I am a third year PhD student at kathmandu University School of Education. This year, it was about learning more about action research through ICQI conference. At this point, I am working on analyzing my data that I have gathered using the LISTEN model that I developed inspired from the blend of eastern and western philosophies on critical self-reflection. My action research started with me working on my self and then moved on to working on the framework with other educational leaders working on different educational context in Nepal.

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Please come to the final session: PAR: Innovations in Participatory Action Research—Session PAR8 in booklet 

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Please come to the final session: PAR: Innovations in Participatory Action Research—Session PAR8 in booklet 

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Please join us as we address two questions for our future SIG:

If all things were possible, what would help you implement AR in your communities and institutions (or what would you dream of)?

What small steps can we take, individually and collectively as a (p)AR-SIG, to bring our dreams into reality?

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ICQI 2022 Future Creating Workshop Workbook

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Satarupa Dasgupta, Ramapo College of New Jersey

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Satarupa Dasgupta, Ramapo College of New Jersey

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I teach applied communication and my research focuses on health communication program development and evaluation, with my experience spanning academia and not-for-profit sectors. I work in HIV/STI intervention development and risk reduction among high-risk populations including commercial sex workers, and also intimate partner violence support service provision among immigrant communities in the US. I am looking forward to share and learn from this group!

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SPECIAL EVENT TONIGHT AT 8: The Grand Tour:  Exploring What’s New in Action Research

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SPECIAL EVENT TONIGHT AT 8: The Grand Tour:  Exploring What’s New in Action Research

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This event is A collaboration between ICQI / ARAL / ALARA / MARN / NZARN.

In this session, join our colleague, Professor Mary Brydon-Miller as she visits fellow action researchers from Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand, and the Philippines in her (virtual) private plane to hear their stories about the amazing action research work being done in our region.  This session is being co-hosted by the International Congress of Qualitative Inquiry, Action Research Action Learning in the Philippines, the Action Learning Action Research Association in Australia, the New Zealand Action Research Network and the Malaysian Action Research Network and we’ll be welcoming guests from all of these organizations to come along for the ride!  Professor Steve Kroeger will also be joining us to capture it all through the magic of his visual facilitation.  Don’t miss the fun!

Zoom info:
Kindly advise the participants to Register in advance for this webinar:

https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VGTPMbFvRGmFkF_xb-bmKA

Please note that while the registration link will work for the entire 6th International Congress on Action Research, Action Learning (ARAL2022—https://www.araldlsu.net/), the session you are registering for is from 8-945 pm CDT (Illinois time) on Friday, May 20 th.

Feel free to participate in other sessions but note that our shared session with ICQI is at 8pm.

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The Lasallian Institute for Development and Educational Research (LIDER), in collaboration with the Br. Andrew Gonzalez FSC College of Education (BAGCED) of De La Salle University-Manila, is pleased to announce the Call for Proposals for the 6th International Congress on Action Research, Action Learning (ARAL 2022). With the theme, " Action Research in the New Normal: Navigating Technodependence ", this three-day congress will be held on May 20-22, 2022 in fully online mode.

a) a deeper appreciation of the need and importance of action research;

b) a thorough understanding of the different approaches and methodologies in conducting action research; and

c) a continuous motivation to enhance teaching practices, programs, and procedures.

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4th International Congress (ARAL 2019)

Proceedings: CLICK HERE

3rd International Congress (ARAL 2018)

2nd International Congress (ARAL 2017)

1st International Congress (ARAL 2016)

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ARAL2022
Conference Overview and Call for Participation

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International Congress on Action Research, Action Learning (ARAL)

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The Lasallian Institute for Development and Educational Research (LIDER), in collaboration with the Br. Andrew Gonzalez FSC College of Education (BAGCED) of De La Salle University-Manila, is pleased to announce the Call for Proposals for the 6th International Congress on Action Research, Action Learning (ARAL 2022).

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Michaela Sparringa, Queen's University, Kingston, Canada

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Michaela Sparringa, Queen's University, Kingston, Canada

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Hello!
I am a research fellow working on a study using PAR and Photovoice to explore women living on a low income and their experiences accessing health and social services. I am analyzing data from this study using dialogic/performative analysis to answer a separate research question pertaining to how the social determinants of health influence women living on a low-income when accessing healthcare services. I have strong interests in women's rights, access to healthcare, and global health!
My email is m.sparringa@queensu.ca.

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Margaret Janse van Rensburg! Very much enjoying this! margaretjansevanrens@cmail.carleton.ca

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Please share your ideas throughout the two days on your own utopian vision for AR (click on the link below to share)

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Please share your ideas throughout the two days on your own utopian vision for AR (click on the link below to share)

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https://mtei.padlet.org/mindy58/icqi2022utopia

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Sage has provided us with a link to share (for free—outside the paywall) the entire International Review of Qualitative Research special issue on Participatory Action Research: International Perspectives and Practices (Volume 13 Issue 2, August 2020)! Mary, Michael Kral, and Alfredo Ortiz Aragón were the co-editors of this special issue. Feel free to share with anyone in your networks:

https://journals.sagepub.com/r/irqr13.2

This includes an article on Critical Utopian Action Research (CUAR).

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I want to share and learn to co-create!

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Full schedule of (p)AR SIG-related presentations for 2022

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Full schedule of (p)AR SIG-related presentations for 2022

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Please support each other's sessions!

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ICQI 2022 Action Research-related presentations vfinal (May 19)

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Wendy Lawrence, Doctoral Candidate at Eastern Michigan University

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Wendy Lawrence, Doctoral Candidate at Eastern Michigan University

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I want to learn more about interviewing and focus groups, and how to set up authentic conversation. I am always looking for connections between myself and others and between all different kinds of ideas. My dissertation uses the techniques of duoethnography to look at boundary-spanning conversations in schools. I am super excited to be here.

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Dr. Jennifer D. Morrison, University of South Carolina

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Dr. Jennifer D. Morrison, University of South Carolina

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Hello!
While I work at UofSC, I actually live in Texas - the benefits of fully online, asynchronous teaching! I am currently a clinical assistant professor.

I am open to learning more about how qualitative research is used across many fields. I have always attended conferences focused on my content and field (e.g. LRA, NCTE), but I have not attended on focused on my methodology. I'm curious as to what others are doing and how they are conceptualizing PAR.

One overriding question I guess I have for this group is: How can we advocate for PAR in areas and amongst individuals who still resist action research as a "legitimate" form of research? I have encountered some BIG walls recently in trying to get my teacher-students approved through their districts, and it is very apparent they do not value research that does not demonstrate "validity", "reliability", and "generalizability."

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Erika A. Haskins, University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas, USA 

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Erika A. Haskins, University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas, USA 

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Greetings! I am a Doctoral Candidate and currently work as a Graduate Research Assistant in the Women’s and Gender Studies program at UIW. My dissertation study examines the experiences of young women who participated in a high school girl’s global leadership program. The young women who participate in the current program (where I serve as a mentor/facilitator) reside in Texas, Kosovo, Uganda, and Kenya. Our program seeks to create a space for critical inquiry on issues that the young women are passionate about. Through reflective and creative thought, the young women conduct their research and act on these issues that could result in positive change in their communities. I look forward to learning how others are conducting their AR research studies.

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Priscilla Salazar, University of the Incarnate Word. 

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Priscilla Salazar, University of the Incarnate Word. 

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Hello!
I am a doctoral student working on participatory action research focusing on advocacy efforts for children with autism.

I am also a Deaf education teacher working on helping parents receive information on early diagnosis, intervention process and create innovative ways to provide resources such as newborn hearing screenings, Deaf Education programs, and Audiologists for Spanish-speaking families who have children that are DHH.

At ICQI, I am looking forward to learn more diverse methods and tools used in PAR projects! :)

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Financial Literacy for all. Everyone can learn, invest and safe.

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Melinda Jimenez Perez, University of the Incarnate Word, San Antionio, TX

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Melinda Jimenez Perez, University of the Incarnate Word, San Antionio, TX

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Greetings! I am a Doctoral Candidate and a financial coach. My dissertation is a PAR study looking to gain insight on the efficacy of Puerto Rican woman and their Financial Literacy journey. As a financial coach, having worked in the financial industry for almost 10 years, I am hoping to learn how to better engage others and increase generational prosperity for all. At ICQI, I hope to learn new methods/tool to change the way finances are taught at all ages. See you tomorrow!

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Ciji Couvertier, University of the Incarnate Word

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Ciji Couvertier, University of the Incarnate Word

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Hello!

I am a doctoral student working within a participatory action research study focusing on Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding parents. We are using Photovoice methodology to understand how these community experts have navigated through this journey ultimately bringing forth knowledge that can benefit others and build rapport with the community. We are focusing on hearing their voices and understanding their needs so that they can share and begin to heal from their trauma. I also work daily with many local community international organizations that are diverse and are looking to preserve their culture and heritage through methods of dance, cuisine, and art. At ICQI, I am looking to explore new methods of conducting AR and I am very excited to hear about your experiences with community-based and participatory research. Looking forward to your presentations!

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Jeff Neal, University of the Incarnate Word

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Jeff Neal, University of the Incarnate Word

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Greetings,
I am a Doctoral Student working on a team conducting a study on Autism. This study consist of seeking various means to connect a parent to assistive programs. I chose to participate with this team due to my experiences relating to my mother, sister, and others that need help with the red tape of gaining access. Additionally, I am looking for ways to advance my knowledge of action research in a social justice capacity. ICQI is the conduit to help me obtain my hopes.

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Jessica Euna Lee, Indiana University School of Social Work, Indianapolis, IN, USA

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Jessica Euna Lee, Indiana University School of Social Work, Indianapolis, IN, USA

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Hi, I'm an Assistant Professor at Indiana University School of Social Work and I'm involved with community-driven projects with the Burmese American Community Institute. We'll be sharing a presentation about secondary migration among Burmese refugees in the U.S. based on data gathered through PAR.

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Kimberly S Cox, University of the Incarnate Word

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Kimberly S Cox, University of the Incarnate Word

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I am interested in learning more about creative methodologies for use in eliminating health inequity and disparity. I am currently working on my dissertation that is aimed at determining how to build productive/meaningful relationships in community-based and participatory action research.

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Please come to the PAR-SIG (re)Launch Symposium at 7am: Participatory Action Research for a Critical Utopia (Session PAR1 in booklet)

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Please come to the PAR-SIG (re)Launch Symposium at 7am: Participatory Action Research for a Critical Utopia (Session PAR1 in booklet)

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In this session, we will share progress made last year at the ICQI relaunch of the (p)AR SIG and present the SIG agenda for ICQI 2022. Specifically, we will:

Share results from last year’s (re)Launch and use a Critical Utopian Action Research approach to begin defining our mandate for the next 3 years

Allow action researchers at the conference to get to know each other and become aware of the spaces in which they will be presenting

Get qualitative researchers excited about opportunities to participate in AR sessions throughout ICQI

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I'm fascinated by how processes and technologies can support relationships between teachers and teacher-leaders.

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Mindy Gold, Mandel Teacher Educator Institute; Nashville, TN, USA

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Mindy Gold, Mandel Teacher Educator Institute; Nashville, TN, USA

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I'm excited to be back at ICQI to share collaborations on Future Creating Workshops. At ICQI, and as a doctoral student at the University of Louisville (starting this fall!), I'm looking forward to broadening my understanding and exposure to more types of action research - particularly arts-based research. My work to date has focused on how participatory action research methods are used in professional development for educators as well as the role digital technologies can play in building online relational learning communities.

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Jennifer Waite, Queen's University Kingston Ontario

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Jennifer Waite, Queen's University Kingston Ontario

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I am engaged in a participatory action research study that includes Photovoice as a method to understand the lived experience of women living on a low income and their access to healthcare and social services. I am also having an interesting journey with storytelling using a scholarly personal narrative (SPN) to uncover how nursing education shaped my understanding of self-compassion. I am interested in SPN and Photovoice as pAR to understand nursing students experiences of learning to offer compassion to others and self within nursing education.

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Transnational feminist collaboration: Kabul and St Louis

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Cathy Raymond, Independent Scholar, St Louis, Missouri

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Cathy Raymond, Independent Scholar, St Louis, Missouri

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I defended my dissertation almost exactly one year ago (woo hoo!) and will be presenting at ICQI this year on "Reflections on Cross-Cultural Feminist Research Online During COVID: Cultivating Cultural Humility, Shared Knowledge Production, and Unbordered Alliances."  I will also be presenting on the topic "Working in a Three-Dimensional Narrative Inquiry Space: Tools for Transforming our Understanding of Lived Experience."
I love working with narrative inquiry, arts-based inquiry, feminist inquiry, and decolonizing research methods. When woven together, these threads have the potential to challenge static 'single story' narratives while amplifying and honoring lived experiences that have often been marginalized or ignored. The picture I've posted here was taken during a recent conversation with my collaborative research partner, co-author, and dear friend Nargis from Afghanistan. I'm looking forward to attending some of your presentations at ICQI!

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Michelle C. Vasquez, University of the Incarnate Word

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Michelle C. Vasquez, University of the Incarnate Word

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Hello,
I am currently a doctoral student working on a participatory action research study to learn how parents of children with autism gain access to federal programs, service and support using methods such as digital storytelling for advocacy. This includes learning new participatory research approaches focusing on the lived experiences of parents and using story-based inquiry strategies to really hear the challenges people face with health equity in our community. I am also the mother of a child with development disabilities and have years of experiences as a digital communicator.

At ICQI, I hope to learn new ways that others are conducting action research approaches internationally.

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I'm exploring how creative participatory approaches such as art, drama, storytelling and model building, can help to open up communicative spaces within the international development sector. My experiences so far suggest that such spaces can shift traditional power structures, foster mutuality, enable challenging conversations, and surface new solutions.

This is my first ICQI. I'm interested to learn more about what other action researchers are doing.

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Dr. Maria Liegghio, Social Work, York University, Toronto, Canada

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Dr. Maria Liegghio, Social Work, York University, Toronto, Canada

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Hello everyone,

I am an anti-stigma and child and youth mental health researcher.  My program of research is committed to centering the epistemologies of psychiatrized children and youth in our theorizing about distress in childhood and in our social service programing and policy development and implementation.  I currently work with two youth research teams (14-24 years) carrying out participatory action research to study their experiences of accessing and using child and youth mental health services, including crisis and police services for emergency mental health support.  Because of the pandemic, we have been working remotely - never thought it would be possible to carry out PAR never meeting in person, but we are doing it.

At ICQI, I am interested in learning more about the ways in which PAR and decolonial methodologies and methods are aligned or can be aligned with a social justice research commitment to addressing the epistemic injustices committed against children at the hands of adult-tailored social institutions. I am exploring ways to move away from participatory methods to child/youth-led methods.

Looking forward to connecting....

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Shandra Esparza, University of the Incarnate Word

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Shandra Esparza, University of the Incarnate Word

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Howdy!
I would like continue to learn about connecting community and healthcare to advocate for better treatment of marginalized groups. There is so much power together and innovating new ways to best pull together the voices is what I hope to take away from ICQI.

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Learning map from our final (p)AR-SIG session at ICQI 2021 (by Steve Kroeger)

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Alfredo Ortiz Aragón, University of the Incarnate Word

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Alfredo Ortiz Aragón, University of the Incarnate Word

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Hi everyone,

I want to find out more about action research and qualitative methods that mimic everyday life and are therefore available to all people to engage in research and action to improve their lives and communities. My research agenda is focused on senti-cuerpo-pensante (feeling, embodied, thinking) methods that allow people to connect, reflect and take action together.

At ICQI, I am excited to explore also how we might move our budding (p)AR SIG further:

How might a (p)AR SIG support us to share our successes and struggles as we try to implement AR in our communities and institutions?

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Educational leaders from the Mandel Teacher Educator Institute engaging in a Group Level Assessment process.

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Miriam Raider-Roth, University of Cincinnati

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Miriam Raider-Roth, University of Cincinnati

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Hello!
In my current action research work, I am thinking a lot about how participatory forms of educational leadership can create meaningful and lasting change in educational spaces. The session that I am part of will feature the voices of 3 school leaders who are seriously working on this.

At ICQI this year, I am looking to learn about participatory methodologies that others have developed, designed, and tried out! If that's you, I'd love to hear about your work!

Looking forward to meeting you at the conference!

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1. Use the title line to state your name, affiliation (if any), and where you are located

2. Use the body to share what you are trying to find out about or change at ICQI 2021

3. Add a picture that speaks to your answer to 2. You can click on the globe magnifying glass to do so, clicking on images and using key words to search

Please share whatever you would like, if not the items above!