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This paper focuses on the research strategy that I employed during doctoral studies. An overarching framework of Action Research (AR) was used in the development of a complementary approach to creative studies. At the time of the studies AR seemed to be a “natural” choice and I did not overly concern myself with exploring as to why that was the case. However, I recognize the value of contemplating the appropriateness of research strategy and, in this paper, now reflect on some of the parallel strands implicit in AR and in “critical creativity” that I now realize served to enrich the overall research process.
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Ragsdell, G. Participatory Action Research and the Development of Critical Creativity: A “Natural” Combination?. Systemic Practice and Action Research 11, 503–515 (1998). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1022456627337
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