Narrative Research

Andrews, Molly; Sclater, Shelley Day; Squire, Corinne; Tamboukou, Maria

doi:10.4135/9781848608191.d11

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“…However, the stories told can never be wholly personal. They will always be a result of how we perceive reality and how we interpret experiences and re-construct meaning to fit in with the already existing socio-historical context of which we are members (Andrews et al, 2004). The current study 8 examined reflective texts as stories in order to indicate what affected the reflection process over time.…”

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Influencing and facilitating conditions for developing reflective assessment practice

Rønsen

Smith

2013

Professional Development in Education

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By following a professional development project focusing on enhancing assessment competence amongst teachers, the current study examines how teachers use reflective writing and systematic discussions as tools for developing professional competence in assessment. More specifically, the paper aims at identifying conditions which influence and facilitate reflection over time. The study was a small scale qualitative study, and the analysis draws on nine teachers' written and oral reflections. The findings suggest that it is possible to identify three closely connected development phases; describing, explaining, and exploring the level of action. By studying the reflection processes throughout these three phases the paper illuminates various aspects of reflection as a tool in teachers' professional development.

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Influencing and facilitating conditions for developing reflective assessment practice

Rønsen

Smith

2013

Professional Development in Education

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“…Murray, , 2003. It is considered especially important to gain a subjective perspective and to understand and explain social and psychological phenomena that span the different levels of analysis (Andrews, Sclater, Rustin, Squire, & Treacher, 2000;Atkinson, 1998;Mankowski & Rappaport, 2000;Salzer, 1998). Murray (2003) argues that we live in a storied world and that we interpret the actions of others and ourselves through the stories we exchange.…”

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“…Narrative accounts enable the researchers to explore the distinct "psychosocial zone" (Andrews, Sclater, Rustin, Squire, & Treacher, 2000) of a person, including both the outer socio-cultural realm and inner psychological realm.…”

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“…Whatever nomenclature one uses, it is agreed that by detailed documentation and analysis of the personal story and narrative within the community, the researcher not only understands the meaning making process and the psychological world of persons, but also can realize the social reality and context of a given situation (Andrews, et al, 2000;Atkinson, 1998;Mankowski & Rappaport, 2000;M. Murray, 2003).…”

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“…Narrative approaches have recently gained attention in the psychological research area (Andrews, 2000;Giles, 2002;M. Murray, 2000M.…”

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Impact of Protestant Spirituality and Religious Community on the Well-Being of People in Hong Kong

Ng¹,

Fisher²

2011

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While the literature demonstrates that the relationship between religion and wellbeing is generally positive, detailed information about the context where the religion is based is rarely given. Drawing on multi-dimensional perspectives of spirituality, the present study regards spirituality as an integral dimension of a person's religious beliefs, practices and experiences within a given context. The manifestation of spirituality can be viewed from personal, interpersonal and social dimensions. The primary objective of the study is to examine whether, how and why the spirituality and religious community of Protestant tradition can affect the well-being of people in the context of Hong Kong.In the first phase of the study, 324 Chinese from four Protestant communities, representing four major kinds of Protestant spirituality, and one non-religious comparison group in Hong Kong were recruited. MANOVA results showed that religious community exerted a significant impact on people's spirituality and sense of community, which enhance their well-being -manifested in life satisfaction, social trust and civic participation. The different religious contexts exhibited different dimensions of spirituality and well-being, suggesting that the impact is not only direct but also dependent on and intertwined with the religious setting. Path analyses demonstrated the complex relationship between spirituality and well-being variables. While some of the spirituality-related variables may directly predict civic participation, the relationship between such variables and life satisfaction and social trust are mainly mediated through mental health and sense of community.The second phase of the study incorporated a field study (participant observation, interview and documentary analysis). Activity setting analysis was used as the interpretive framework, to unpack the elements of the various religious settings and to identify the present and absent conditions that help explain the variety and diversity of well-being outcomes manifested in the survey section. The data showed that immediate religious settings affect people's emotions, cognitions and behavioural patterns, through relational, ideational and even material aspects of the social environment, which finally lead to various kinds of well-being. Results also demonstrate that not only may the different religious settings enhance different kinds of well-being, but that they also provide different pathways to enhance a certain kind of well-being. These findings iii suggest that religious impacts on people's well-being are diverse and intricate. The present study thus confirms the important role of religion in people's well-being, but further signifies the intricate relationship between the various dimensions of religion and well-being. Moreover, when studying the effects of religion, both the subjective and the community context of a person's spirituality cannot be overlooked when drawing any conclusion on the costs and benefits of religion. iv v

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A Narrative Enquiry of Experienced Family Carers of People with Dementia Volunteering in a Carer Supporter Programme

Brooks

Farquharson

Burnell

et al. 2014

Community & Applied Soc Psy

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Whilst positive and negative aspects of general volunteering have been noted in the literature, little is known about the experience of volunteering to provide peer support to carers of people with dementia. The present study explored the impact of participating in a carer supporter programme in the context of previous caring experiences. Eight carer supporters, who had participated in the programme for at least 5 months, took part in semi-structured interviews to elicit rich, extended narratives of their experiences. Narrative analysis of the interview transcripts covered structural, thematic and wider socio-cultural components. The results indicated that most carer supporters naturally reflected on the positive impact of having shared experiences with the newer carers. Emotional and practical gains from participating in the programme were highlighted, as well as a greater sense of connection with others, extending to a wider social and organisational network. However, carer supporters also reflected on the negative emotions that could be evoked. The findings of the study indicate that the carer supporter role has potential to facilitate new roles, activities and social identities, but participation needs to be considered in relation to potentially stressful transitional points throughout the caring career. Role definition issues also need further consideration.

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Narrative Research

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Influencing and facilitating conditions for developing reflective assessment practice

Influencing and facilitating conditions for developing reflective assessment practice

Impact of Protestant Spirituality and Religious Community on the Well-Being of People in Hong Kong

A Narrative Enquiry of Experienced Family Carers of People with Dementia Volunteering in a Carer Supporter Programme

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