The Plowman Qualitative Diary Process: researching organisations and change
International Development UEA

Workshop style: Dr Penelope J. Plowman uses a mixture of inputs and exercises to facilitate individual and group learning.

Session 1: Introduction and research context

1.1. Introductions and expectations for the day

1.2. Briefing on the research context for using the qualitative diary method

• An organisational study addressing questions about gender and change using participatory methodology
• Reflection, dialogue and the learning organisation
   

Session 2:  Diary Project Design

2.1. Introduction and overview of the ‘Diary Project’ – the name given to the adaptation of the diary method in the organisational study

2.2. Focus on planning - questions to ask at the outset

LUNCH BREAK 13.00 – 14.00

Session 3:  Diary Project Implementation, Analysis and Outcomes

3.1. Implementation – Setting up, writing and dialogue

3.2. Analysis and outcomes – How to do the analysis? What do the findings mean for the researcher and the organisation?

Session 4: Summary

4.1. Summary of steps, activities and methodological questions

4.2. Evaluation and close

The one-day workshop is relevant for Phd and masters students, researchers and practitioners across a range of disciplines and interests. For example, organizational studies, organizational psychology and organizational development, international development, social and community work. Key interests:  Learning organization; organizational culture and change; participatory methodology and qualitative research. The methodology is applicable for the sole researcher and research teams.

Monday 16 January 2012 (one day course)

To be held at UEA London, 102 Middlesex St, London E1 7EZ. Fee of  £190 pp. Contact devco.train@uea.ac.uk for all further information.