This journal publishes qualitative research that explores methodological and ethical considerations across diverse research contexts. It examines the use of visual methods, digital technologies, and collaborative approaches in fieldwork, as well as the impact of researcher positionality and power dynamics on data collection and interpretation. The journal also addresses the challenges and innovations in qualitative research design, analysis, and dissemination, particularly in response to evolving social and technological landscapes.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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History and Philosophy of ScienceQ1
Social Sciences (miscellaneous)Q1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Social Sciences, InterdisciplinarySociology
Scopus Categories
Social Sciences (miscellaneous)History and Philosophy of Science
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Qualitative Research Methods and EthicsParticipatory Visual Research MethodsFocus Groups and Qualitative MethodsData Analysis and ArchivingChildren's Rights and ParticipationLanguage, Discourse, Communication StrategiesQualitative Research Methods and ApplicationsMental Health and Patient InvolvementSocial Science and Policy ResearchContemporary Sociological Theory and Practice