Impactful social science methodologies for 21st century problems
Social scientists are developing methodologies that are useful beyond academia. Methods for Change plans to develop an online platform to showcase the value of social sciences methodologies to the wider world and demonstrate to industry the benefits that social sciences research can bring to their organisations.
Reflecting on already existing research methodologies within the School of Environment, Education and Development (SEED) at the University of Manchester and allied researchers at partner institutions (Bristol, Cardiff, Glasgow, Oxford, Sheffield, Sussex and York), the Methods for Change team held conversations with social scientists from Universities from across the UK, to establish the characteristics and possibilities afforded by the methodological approaches they use, if applied by/within organisations such as businesses, third sector organisations and government departments.
These conversations served as the basis for the facilitation of collaborations between academics and artists/ designers, with the aim to distil key elements of 30 research methods and present them in novel, thought provoking or creative ways to reach a range of different audiences beyond academia. The pieces produced come in a variety of formats including comic illustrations, posters, zines, short films and animations and communicate methods through visual, sensory and physical elements. These will be accompanied by accessible, jargon free written ‘how to’ guide about the methodological approach, with step-by-step instructions and top tips for carrying out the method.
Aspect’s accelerator programme for social science academics and researchers.
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FIND OUT MOREIdentifying and mapping relevant resources for entrepreneurs and alumni.
FIND OUT MOREShowcasing the value of social science methodologies to non-academic sectors.
FIND OUT MOREDeveloping a series of guidance and good practice cases for the communication needs associated with social science commercialisation.
FIND OUT MOREDeveloping good practice for social sciences commercialisation.
FIND OUT MOREA series of six workshops aimed at developing social innovation-based entrepreneurial activities.
FIND OUT MORESupporting social scientist entrepreneurs.
FIND OUT MORESupporting family and other informal carers as they adapt to caring under COVID-19 related restrictions.
FIND OUT MOREExploring challenges related to industry and academic engagement.
FIND OUT MORECreating a pilot teacher training resource to combat online misinformation.
FIND OUT MORECreating an Ed Tech Games Hub for the Aspect consortium.
FIND OUT MOREBuilding relationships with HEIs in middle income countries.
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