Negotiating Space as an Insider: How Identity is (Re) constructed as a Researcher in the Qualitative Research Process

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Nia Cantey

Location

Room 2078

Format Type

Paper

Start Date

January 2011

End Date

January 2011

Abstract

This paper contributes to the discussion of researching identity when researchers identify as insiders of a disempowered or marginalized community. I argue both the value and complexity of researchers managing dual roles as an insider-outsider when identity formation is central to the research study. This paper will address methodological and philosophical concerns related to researchers identifying as insiders while conducting the research as an outsider.

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Negotiating Space as an Insider: How Identity is (Re) constructed as a Researcher in the Qualitative Research Process

Room 2078

This paper contributes to the discussion of researching identity when researchers identify as insiders of a disempowered or marginalized community. I argue both the value and complexity of researchers managing dual roles as an insider-outsider when identity formation is central to the research study. This paper will address methodological and philosophical concerns related to researchers identifying as insiders while conducting the research as an outsider.