What Participatory Action Research is - and is not!
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This paper delves into the essence of Participatory Action Research (PAR), differentiating it from conventional research methods. It highlights that PAR is not merely research followed by action but a cyclical process of action that is researched, modified, and re-researched collaboratively. The paper emphasizes PAR as a democratic and inclusive approach that actively involves all relevant parties in examining and improving problematic situations. The discourse reflects on the historical, political, and socio-economic contexts of PAR, underscoring its alignment with the "new paradigm science" in social and physical sciences. Challenges in fully implementing PAR are discussed alongside its characteristics under participation, action, and research, presenting it as a transformative and collective inquiry method.
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This detailed account arises from decades of collective wisdom on Participatory Action Research (PAR), offering insights into its core principles and practices. It outlines PAR as a method of engaged inquiry that combines reflection, action, and theoretical innovation to address practical issues. It contrasts PAR with traditional research paradigms and presents it as a dynamic, iterative process aimed at social transformation.
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Participatory Action Research, Action Research, Democratic Process, Inquiry, New Paradigm Science