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A study of cross-national collaborative research: reflecting on experience in Pakistan
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International Journal of Educational Development Volume 20, Number 6 ISSN 0738-0593 Publisher: Elsevier Ltd

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This paper seeks to offer insights into the complexities involved in cross-national collaborative research. It identifies and provides an account of the various issues running through the research process, whilst at the same time derives principles upon which such work should be based. Key narratives were identified by highlighting a number of critical incidents. These narratives were related to issues of ownership, trust, and power, whilst in the course of theorising the research process itself, the metaphors of voice and crossing borders were found to be profoundly empowering and transformative. The complexities of working cross-nationally in the research group, understanding roles, clarifying professional frames and ethical values, at the same time as creating and maintaining a context for effective partnership and participation, made managing and sustaining the research process challenging.

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Penny, A.J., Ahmed Ali, M., Farah, I., Ostberg, S. & Smith, R.L. A study of cross-national collaborative research: reflecting on experience in Pakistan. International Journal of Educational Development, 20(6), 443-455. Elsevier Ltd. Retrieved August 4, 2024 from .

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