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Using new qualitative methods can be exciting and add value to the field. However, Institutional Review Boards (IRB) approval can be a challenge if the methods are relatively new. This symposium provides an overview of 1) how several new methodologies have been used 2) IRB approval challenges and resolutions and 3) how varied disciplines can work together to understand phenomena. The first presentation explains how older adults used photographs to document meaning/purpose in their lives. IRB expressed concerns over identifying information in photographs. Discussion of how interdisciplinary collaborations create opportunities for diverse data dissemination will be included. The second presentation focuses on intersectionality and the benefits/challenges to understanding socially constructed identities. Discussion explains how to implement this methodology, including how category complexity creates additional possibilities for data analysis but also difficulties with narrowing down approaches. In the third presentation, examples of how to conduct co-research, such as photovoice with older adults will be reviewed, including best practices. Smartphones offer extensive possibilities for co-research; but developing IRB protocols to address concerns are needed. The fourth presentation outlines digital storytelling between older adults and university students. An explanation of how digital storytelling is connected to the narrative method and critical gerontology framework will be addressed. Advantages and pitfalls of digital storytelling with also be discussed. The last presentation focuses on using reminiscence with older migrant workers who have dementia, using a decolonial framework. The project seeks to improve participatory action research, with increased focus on “hearing” participants. |
