Co-operative Inquiry
making research inclusive and accessible
$148.98
- Hardcover
176 pages
- Release Date
15 June 2026
Summary
Co-operative Inquiry: A Practical Guide to Participatory Research
Conventional research methods often marginalise the voices of those most affected by the issues being studied, limiting the potential for meaningful, transformative change. In education, health, social care, community development and many other fields, there is a growing need for research that is inclusive, accessible and responsive to real-world complexity.
This textbook offers a comprehensive introduction to…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781447375630 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1447375637 |
| Author: | Monica Short, Erica Russ, Melissa Petrakis, Caroline Walters, Katrina Gersbach, Caroline Lambert, Emma Rush, Rohena Duncombe, Elizabeth Reimer |
| Publisher: | Bristol University Press |
| Imprint: | Policy Press |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 176 |
| Release Date: | 15 June 2026 |
| Weight: | 0g |
| Dimensions: | 244mm x 170mm |
What They're Saying
Critics Review
“As an academic in medicine, I’ve long wondered how to more fully bring the patient’s voice into my research. This book shows, step by step, how co-operative inquiry can truly make that possible, offering a pathway for meaningful and transformative change.” Bonita Sawatzky, The University of British Columbia
“Bold, accessible, and deeply practical. This book translates the ideals of participation into actionable steps, delivering research that is credible, ethical, and impactful across education, health, social care, and community contexts.” Andrew Prevett, Flinders University
About The Author
Monica Short
Monica Short is Coordinator of the International Network of Co-operative Inquiry (INCInq) and Senior Lecturer at Charles Sturt University.
Erica Russ is Associate Professor at Southern Cross University. She is a founding member of the INCInq.
Melissa Petrakis is Associate Professor and Group Director of the Social Work Innovation, Transformation and Collaboration in Health (SWITCH) Research Group in the Department of Social Work at Monash University.
Caroline Walters is Research Fellow and Teaching Associate in the Department of Social Work at Monash University.
Katrina Gersbach is Lecturer in Social Work and Human Services at Charles Sturt University.
Caroline Lambert is Senior Lecturer and Carer Perspective Researcher at RMIT University.
Emma Rush is Lecturer in Philosophy and Ethics at Charles Sturt University.
Rohena Duncombe is Lecturer at Charles Sturt University.
Elizabeth Reimer is Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Health at Southern Cross University.
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