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WASP (Write a Scientific Paper): Ethnography with children: Some considerations
1Department of Sociology, Faculty of Arts, University of Malta, Malta.
Early Human Development
|April 15, 2019
Summary
This study explores ethnographic research challenges with children, focusing on ethical power dynamics and practical barriers. Strategies like
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Ethnography
- Child Research Methodology
Background:
- Ethnographic research aims for in-depth, contextually rich data.
- Working with children presents unique methodological hurdles.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and address key challenges in ethnographic research with children.
- To propose strategies for ethical and effective data collection from young participants.
Main Methods:
- Exploration of ethical issues concerning power dynamics between adult researchers and child participants.
- Identification of practical and logistical barriers to obtaining authentic child perspectives.
Main Results:
- Ethical challenges stem from inherent power imbalances favoring adult researchers.
- Practical barriers hinder the collection of data reflecting children's true ideas and beliefs.
Conclusions:
- Implementing 'process assent' and 'ethical symmetry' enhances ethical research practices.
- Adopting a 'least adult role' and child-centric activities yields more trustworthy data from children.
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