Practical, Political, & Professional Considerations of Community-based Research on DML
Channel: Connected Learning Alliance
Date: 2015-04-21

Description: What are the opportunities and challenges of participatory and community-based work? What value does academic research bring to community partners? What can academic researchers learn from participatory research? And how can junior scholars embarking on community-based research be better equipped to build relationships, create positive impact, and leverage this type of work for their professional progression? This first webinar addresses these questions and other practical and ethical considerations, with help from two seasoned practitioners who will share their stories and insights, and respond to your questions.
Facilitators: Alicia Blum-Ross, Melissa Brough, Anna Keune 
Special Guests: Julian Sefton-Green, Nancy Erbstein