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The use of a research diary as a tool for reflexive practice

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  • Sara Nadin
  • Catherine Cassell

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Purpose - To provide a practical example of how a research diary can be used to aid reflexivity in the research process. Whilst there have been increasing calls for reflexivity in management research, little has been written about how to “do” reflexivity in practice. Design/methodology/approach - Qualitative data from the first author's research diary which relate to three distinctive experiences are used as analytical examples. Findings - The research diary was a valuable tool, prompting insights which informed a variety of methodological and theoretical decisions in relation to the research. Practical implications - Suggests that all researchers should systematically use a research diary, regardless of epistemological position. However, what is needed first and foremost is a commitment to the pursuit of reflexivity and awareness on ones' own epistemological assumptions. Originality/value - The paper gives a practical example of how to practice reflexivity, something which is lacking in the current literature. It is intended to be of use to those management researchers interested in pursuing reflexive research.

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  • Sara Nadin & Catherine Cassell, 2006. "The use of a research diary as a tool for reflexive practice," Qualitative Research in Accounting & Management, Emerald Group Publishing Limited, vol. 3(3), pages 208-217, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:eme:qrampp:11766090610705407
    DOI: 10.1108/11766090610705407
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    1. Amir Kaviani & Kara McKeown & Jenny Eppard, 2021. "Reflections on Teachers and Students’ Views on Teaching and Learning Experiences at University: A Diary Study," Academic Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, Richtmann Publishing Ltd, vol. 10, January.
    2. David S. A. Guttormsen & Fiona Moore, 2023. "‘Thinking About How We Think’: Using Bourdieu’s Epistemic Reflexivity to Reduce Bias in International Business Research," Management International Review, Springer, vol. 63(4), pages 531-559, August.

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