Departures in Critical Qualitative Research

Scope & Guideline

Unpacking the Layers of Qualitative Understanding

Introduction

Delve into the academic richness of Departures in Critical Qualitative Research with our guidelines, detailing its aims and scope. Our resource identifies emerging and trending topics paving the way for new academic progress. We also provide insights into declining or waning topics, helping you stay informed about changing research landscapes. Evaluate highly cited topics and recent publications within these guidelines to align your work with influential scholarly trends.
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AbbreviationDEPART CRIT QUAL RES / Depart. Crit. Qual. Res.
Frequency4 issues/year
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Aims and Scopes

Departures in Critical Qualitative Research is dedicated to advancing the field of qualitative research through critical lenses that interrogate norms, power dynamics, and identity. The journal emphasizes methodologies that are inclusive, reflexive, and transformative, fostering a deeper understanding of diverse experiences and social injustices.
  1. Critical Qualitative Methodologies:
    Focuses on innovative qualitative research methods that challenge traditional paradigms, emphasizing the importance of reflexivity, ethics, and social justice in qualitative inquiry.
  2. Interdisciplinary Approaches:
    Encourages research that draws from various disciplines such as education, sociology, cultural studies, and gender studies, promoting a rich dialogue across fields.
  3. Social Justice and Activism:
    Highlights research aimed at addressing social inequalities and advocating for marginalized voices, particularly in educational settings and community contexts.
  4. Cultural and Identity Studies:
    Explores the complexities of identity, including race, gender, sexuality, and migration, through qualitative lenses that reveal lived experiences and cultural narratives.
  5. Narrative and Arts-Based Research:
    Utilizes narrative and arts-based methodologies to convey research findings, allowing for creative expressions of lived experiences and fostering emotional engagement.
Recent publications in Departures in Critical Qualitative Research reveal emerging themes that reflect the current socio-political climate and evolving scholarly interests. These trends indicate a vibrant engagement with contemporary issues and innovative research methodologies.
  1. Decolonization and Indigenous Knowledge:
    There is a growing emphasis on decolonizing methodologies and integrating Indigenous knowledge systems into research practices, highlighting the importance of cultural respect and historical context.
  2. Intersectionality in Research:
    Publications increasingly explore intersectional frameworks that examine how overlapping identities (e.g., race, gender, sexuality) impact lived experiences, reflecting a nuanced understanding of social dynamics.
  3. Digital and Queer Methodologies:
    Emerging themes include the use of digital platforms and queer methodologies to document and analyze contemporary cultural phenomena, particularly in educational and community contexts.
  4. Autoethnography and Personal Narratives:
    A significant trend towards autoethnographic studies and personal storytelling is evident, as researchers seek to share lived experiences and challenge dominant narratives through their own voices.
  5. Health and Well-Being in Contexts of Trauma:
    Increasing attention is being given to health and well-being, particularly in relation to trauma, resilience, and the impacts of systemic violence, reflecting broader societal concerns and the need for healing narratives.

Declining or Waning

While the journal has consistently focused on critical qualitative research, certain themes appear to be losing prominence in recent publications. These waning scopes may reflect shifts in societal context or changing research priorities within the field.
  1. Traditional Educational Practices:
    There has been a noticeable decline in research focused solely on conventional educational methods and practices, as the journal shifts towards more critical and innovative educational frameworks.
  2. Purely Quantitative Analysis:
    Research emphasizing quantitative methodologies is becoming less frequent, as the journal increasingly prioritizes qualitative approaches that explore depth and nuance over numerical data.
  3. Historical Perspectives without Contemporary Relevance:
    Studies that solely focus on historical contexts without linking to contemporary issues or current social justice movements are appearing less, indicating a trend towards more immediate and applicable research.

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