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Investigating urban transformations: GIS, map-elicitation and the role of the state in regeneration

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  • Niamh Moore-Cherry

    (University College Dublin, Ireland)

  • Veronica Crossa

    (El Colegio de México, Mexico)

  • Geraldine O’Donnell

    (University College Dublin, Ireland)

Abstract

The value of mixed-methods research has recently re-gained impetus among geographers interested in the production of knowledge (Elwood, 2010). Key conversations have centred on efforts to blend traditionally viewed quantitative tools such as GIS with more qualitative practices and data. While discussions in qualitative GIS have demonstrated the value of merging the qualitative in GIS, we highlight the unexplored potential of GIS in the enactment of qualitative research, specifically as visual method. Our argument is based on research which explored the role of the state in urban change in Dublin City. We conclude that there is significant potential to better incorporate GIS into visual methods, particularly through photo-elicitation style interviews. Contrary to some of the existing literature, the persuasive power of the map as visual resource can prove particularly successful in engaging elite stakeholders. Further, we conclude that the methodological approach we took, facilitated the production of different kinds of knowledge around processes of urban governance.

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  • Niamh Moore-Cherry & Veronica Crossa & Geraldine O’Donnell, 2015. "Investigating urban transformations: GIS, map-elicitation and the role of the state in regeneration," Urban Studies, Urban Studies Journal Limited, vol. 52(12), pages 2134-2150, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:urbstu:v:52:y:2015:i:12:p:2134-2150
    DOI: 10.1177/0042098014545520
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