Practical Mapping for Applied Research and Program Evaluation is the first book to bring the mapping methodology to social research and program evaluation. Bernadette Wright and Steven E. Wallis guide readers through all phases of the research process: learning from stakeholder experience; reviewing existing knowledge in the field; conducting new data collection such as interviews; collaborating with other researchers; and facilitating the use of knowledge for communication, collaboration, and action. With plenty of illustrations and navigational aids such as ‘travel tips, ‘ the book is an accessible guide for busy students, researchers, and managers of all levels of experience.
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Preface
Overview and Map of the Book
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Chapter 1 • Three Dimensions of Knowledge for Solving Complex Problems: Meaning, Data, & Logic
Toward Better Maps for Solving Complex Problems
Three Dimensions of Knowledge
Putting the Dimensions Together
Right of Way: Research Ethics
Chapter 1 Key Points
Frequently Asked Questions
Further Exploration
Chapter 2 • Meaning: A Collaborative Mapping Approach
The Road Ahead
Uses for Collaborative Mapping
Milestones on the Road to Collaborative Mapping
Dealing With Difficult Dynamics
Gamified Approach to Collaborative Mapping
Case Study: Mapping a Regional Energy Coalition
Chapter 2 Key Points
Frequently Asked Questions
Further Exploration
Chapter 3 • Data: Mapping From Related Research and Materials
Uses for Mapping From Existing Research
Steps to Mapping From Existing Research
Mapping From Program Materials
Case Study: Mapping From Program Materials
Chapter 3 Key Points
Frequently Asked Questions
Further Exploration
Chapter 4 • Mapping From Your Own Research
The Road Ahead
Developing Research Questions for Better Maps
Specifying Methods to Answer Your Research Questions
Focus on Conducting Interviews
Organizing Your Research Findings
Reporting and Presenting Your Research
Chapter 4 Key Points
Frequently Asked Questions
Further Exploration
Chapter 5 • Logic: Evaluating the Structure of Maps
The Well-Built Road
Our Evolving Understanding of Knowledge Maps
Measuring the Structure of Maps
Comparing and Improving Maps
Case Study: Evaluating The Structure of Entrepreneurship Theories
More Views of Structure
Chapter 5 Key Points
Frequently Asked Questions
Further Exploration
Chapter 6 • Collaborating With Other Researchers
The Fragmented World of Social Sciences
Putting The Pieces Together
Integration, Acceleration, Solution!
Finding People, Finding Maps
Case Study: Collaboration Among Researchers
Chapter 6 Key Points
Frequently Asked Questions
Further Exploration
Chapter 7 • Communication, Collaboration, and Action
The Road Ahead
Tools for Making Maps
Making Presentations
Guiding Conversations Around a Map
Action Planning
Tracking Results
Chapter 7 Key Points
Frequently Asked Questions
Further Exploration
Appendix A: Advanced Strategies for Making Maps More Useful
Bridges
Time
Core and Belt
Looking for Sub-Structures
Travelling From Optimism to Reality
Scale of Abstraction
Reducing Redundancy
Unanticipated Consequences
Inter-Mapper Consistency
Off the Shelf
Further Exploration
Appendix B: Sample Report
Appendix C: Some Research Methods for Building Better Maps
Research Strategies For Finding Data
Research Strategies For Creating and Expanding Maps
Further Exploration
Glossary
Index
关于作者
Dr. Bernadette Wright is founder of Meaningful Evidence, where she helps nonprofits to use social research to make a bigger difference. She works with organizations in the areas of health, human services, housing, and education. She has delivered dozens of evaluation related workshops and webinars at local, national, and international events. Before starting her own business, Dr. Wright was Consultant at The Lewin Group, where she conducted and managed research on aging and disability issues for federal clients. Before that, she was Policy Research Analyst at AARP Public Policy Institute, where she analyzed proposed legislation and regulations and developed publications on supportive services and community living. In her early career, she was Senior Evaluation Specialist at the Baltimore Mayor’s Office of Employment Development. She earned her Ph D in public policy/program evaluation from the University of Maryland. She is passionate about advancing equity and social justice.
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