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Metaphorically speaking: considerations in applying metaphor to your research higher degree
Amy Byrne1, Jennifer Mulvogue2
1Senior Lecturer and Postgraduate Research Coordinator, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Sciences, CQUniversity, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
Background:
The use of metaphor in qualitative research higher degrees can be a creative and effective outlet. Not only can metaphor make connections across concepts, but it can help to create a coherent theme within a wider body of research.
Aim:
This paper provides a 'how to' of sorts, providing a pragmatic guide for the use of metaphor in research work, particularly in research higher degrees.
Methods:
Drawing from contemporary metaphor theories, the paper articulates eight steps to assist users in the contemplation and application of metaphor in research.
Results:
This paper provides not only a thought-provoking process for candidates and researchers to apply metaphor but also offers a pedagogical tool for supervision teams and research institutions to support learning in qualitative research methods, bolstering critical thinking, communication translation, and academic writing.
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