Research Integration Using Dialogue Methods

by David McDonald, Gabriele Bammer, Peter Deane

Research on real-world problems—like restoration of wetlands, the needs of the elderly, effective disaster response and the future of the airline industry—requires expert knowledge from a range of disciplines, as well as from stakeholders affected by the problem and those in a position to do something about it. This book charts new territory in taking a systematic approach to research integration using dialogue methods to bring together multiple perspectives. It links specific dialogue methods to particular research integration tasks. Fourteen dialogue methods for research integration are classified into two 1. Dialogue methods for understanding a problem integrating judgements 2. Dialogue methods for understanding particular aspects of a integrating visions, world views, interests and values. The methods are illustrated by case studies from four research the environment, public health, security and technological innovation.

176 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2009

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[Lena · Rating 4 out of 5]

The writing style of this book is slightly dull. However, the case studies used in the book effectively illustrate ways of integrating groups through dialogue. I am not sure if this book will help readers solve global environment issues or social issues, but I support the idea of research integration. Hopefully in the future we see more books like this which provide useful tips for interdisciplinarity.