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Fostering Participatory Action Research in Higher Degree Research Settings Through a Transdisciplinary Peer-Mentoring Collaborative

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  • Susanne Pratt

    (University of Technology Sydney (UTS))

  • Keith Heggart

    (University of Technology Sydney (UTS))

  • Pernille H. Christensen

    (University of Technology Sydney (UTS))

  • Shankar Sankaran

    (University of Technology Sydney (UTS))

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In this paper we take inspiration from Levin’s (2003) provocation “can universities ever become a greenhouse for education in action research?” His assertion that creating action research learning opportunities within universities is possible becomes particularly relevant in the context of a changing Higher Degree Research (HDR) landscape, notably in Australia. The increasing emphasis on industry-focused doctorates and the demand for post-doctoral career pathways beyond academia necessitates a deeper understanding of supporting engaged and impact-oriented research training. To address these challenges, we present a reflexive discussion centred around the HDR Participatory Action Research (PAR) Collaborative—a year-long peer-learning initiative designed to cultivate a community of practice on transdisciplinary participatory research among graduate researchers at the University of Technology Sydney. This was conducted as a participatory action research project, with a systems-thinking orientation. We articulate lessons learned around the blockers and enablers for training HDR candidates engaged in participatory research to tackle wicked problems and ways to enhance HDR researcher development in this area, including the prototyping of new peer learning and mentoring approaches. By aligning with Levin’s emphasis on practical and useful knowledge, we highlight the importance of curriculum design for synchronous and asynchronous hybrid delivery, collective peer learning practices, and transdisciplinary orientations to research as crucial factors for success in action research programs within the academic context. By addressing the evolving needs of HDR training and research cultures, our study contributes to the ongoing dialogue on holistic and integrative research approaches and ways to support them within higher education.

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  • Susanne Pratt & Keith Heggart & Pernille H. Christensen & Shankar Sankaran, 2024. "Fostering Participatory Action Research in Higher Degree Research Settings Through a Transdisciplinary Peer-Mentoring Collaborative," Systemic Practice and Action Research, Springer, vol. 37(5), pages 565-584, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:syspar:v:37:y:2024:i:5:d:10.1007_s11213-024-09691-1
    DOI: 10.1007/s11213-024-09691-1
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