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Finding common ground: combining participatory action research and critical service-learning to guide and manage projects with Aboriginal communities

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dc.contributor.authorJohnston, M.
dc.contributor.authorBennett, D.
dc.contributor.authorMason, B.
dc.contributor.authorThomson, C.
dc.contributor.editorBartleet, B.L.
dc.date.issued2016
dc.description.abstractIn this chapter we argue that critical service learning can be a powerful and effective means of developing higher education students’ Indigenous cultural awareness and understanding. When done well, critical service learning also encourages reflection on the socio-political and environmental contexts that influence contemporary culture and contribute to social injustice. We support our argument with the example of a Western Australian service-learning program in which undergraduate media students work with city based Aboriginal community groups over the course of a semester. This project is of special significance because of its use of participatory action research to assist students to develop relationships with their community partners and manage individual projects. The findings expose the common ground shared by critical service learning and participatory action research,and suggest that the principles of action research can contribute to a strong and successful service-learning experience.
dc.identifier.citationSource details - Title: Engaging first peoples in arts-based service learning, 2016 / Bartleet, B.L. (ed./s), vol.18, Ch.4, pp.51-70
dc.identifier.doi10.1007/978-3-319-22153-3_4
dc.identifier.isbn9783319221526
dc.identifier.orcidMason, B. [0000-0002-1613-5925]
dc.identifier.orcidThomson, C. [0000-0002-8932-6861]
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/11541.2/141596
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherSpringer International Publishing
dc.publisher.placeSwitzerland
dc.relation.ispartofseries18, 1573-4528
dc.rightsCopyright 2016 Springer International Publishing
dc.source.urihttp://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-22153-3_4
dc.subjectservice learning
dc.subjectWestern Australia
dc.subjectscreen arts
dc.subjectjournalism
dc.subjectfilm and television
dc.subjectmedia
dc.subjectNyungar
dc.titleFinding common ground: combining participatory action research and critical service-learning to guide and manage projects with Aboriginal communities
dc.typeBook chapter
pubs.publication-statusPublished
ror.mmsid9916375273701831

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