We used a range of creative research methods alongside semi-structured interviews with autistic neurodivergent young people. Thanks to the Sir Halley Stewart Trust for funding this research, and to the young people for taking part and sharing so many valuable insights! 2/10 - ThreadSky

kathrynlewis.bsky.social • 527 days ago

We used a range of creative research methods alongside semi-structured interviews with autistic neurodivergent young people. Thanks to the Sir Halley Stewart Trust for funding this research, and to the young people for taking part and sharing so many valuable insights! 2/10

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kathrynlewis.bsky.social•527 days ago

We argue that creative research methods can be really effective in helping to shift power imbalances within research and to (re)position autistic children and young people as ‘credible knowers’ with great insight and expertise. 3/10

kathrynlewis.bsky.social•527 days ago

Our first stage was pre-study, where we worked with young people and their families to understand communication preferences, interests, and likes/dislikes. We then trialled some creative research methods in low-stake sessions to build rapport and discover preferred approaches. 🖌️📷 4/10

kathrynlewis.bsky.social•527 days ago

We then used different creative research methods including Draw-Write-Tell. This allowed pupils to express themselves visually while also reducing direct focus on-from interviewer. Through telling, they interpreted the images to increase authenticity. 5/10

kathrynlewis.bsky.social•527 days ago

We also used Walk and Talk which allows neurodivergent pupils a more embodied way of doing research. 🚶‍♀️ This was used in collab with PhotoVoice so they could choose to show us the things that are meaningful to them, putting the power in their hands! 📸 6/10

kathrynlewis.bsky.social•527 days ago

Our most widely used method was a Card Sort (a bit like @TalkingMats). We provided images + brief descriptions of school subjects / experiences and pupils ranked these then talked about why they made their choices. This created structure and clear boundaries to discussion. 7/10

kathrynlewis.bsky.social•527 days ago

Finally, some pupils chose a Statement Sort activity alongside interviews. This again provided structure and opened up discussion about pros / cons of different aspects of school transition. We provide a full list of statements at the end of the study. 8/10

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