In Pursuit of the "Truth": Participatory Action Research With Children

• In Event: Marriott Roundtable Session Seven
  In Roundtable Session: Action Research as a Vehicle to Investigate and Support Underrepresented Students and Communities (Table 11)

Abstract

COVID-19 limited the daily interaction of many children with their peers and anyone outside their immediate households. It also impacted their participation in and access to activities that can create spaces for them to share their views, concerns and needs. Throughout the pandemic, decisions were being made to close and reopen schools, transition to online/hybrid classrooms, and a return to a different kind of schooling, without consulting children. Research shows that participation and relationships with peers are an essential aspect of school life and play an integral role in the social development and wellbeing of children (Holder & Coleman, 2015). Thus, ensuring that children’s voices are heard in education decisions, policy, research, reform, and curriculum is essential.

Authors

• Hala Mreiwed, King's University College at Western University
  Presenting Author

• Mindy Roberta Carter, McGill University
  Presenting Author