Teaching Photovoice in a Research Methods Course

Authors

David Burlingame, Grand Valley State UniversityFollow
Debra Ross, Grand Valley State University

Department

Criminal Justice

College

College of Community and Public Service

Date Range

2011-2012

Abstract

Teaching Photovoice in a Research Methods course: Research methods is a common course in criminal justice programs across the United States, but many of these courses focus only on quantitative methods. The teaching of qualitative techniques is not as popular or is a small part of the quantitative. This paper will discuss the use of the qualitative method of photovoice as part of a research methods course which allows students to understand the impact that research can have on social and crime problems. The photovoice process aims to use images taken to enhance community needs assessments, empower participants, and induce change by informing policy makers.

Conference Name

Fall conference

Conference Location

Chicago, Illinois

ScholarWorks Citation

Burlingame, David and Ross, Debra, "Teaching Photovoice in a Research Methods Course" (2011). Faculty Scholarly Dissemination Grants. 195.
https://scholarworks.gvsu.edu/fsdg/195