Photo-elicitation is a visual research method, combining photographs and interviews for a more in-depth, rich discussion and a more participant-led interview. Tinkler (2013) established that the use of participant-produced photographs would be more descriptive and hold larger value when used in interview, than researcher-produced images. When holding the participant as the central point of the research, we can develop a more realistic and reliable interpretation of their experiences within the caring role.
I implement photo-elicitation in this small-scale study by asking participants to take photographs that represent their caring role. This enables the participant to create a story, narrative or timeline with their photographs, and lead an interview on their experience.
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