Case Studies
Construction of life histories in narrative research
In this case study, a rather open research approach is outlined, in which biographical constructions in forms of narratives are collected as data for a research project. It discusses the orientation on methodological rules and the idea of developing theories from empirical material in a reflexive way.
Question 1: Can you list the pros and cons of asking someone to tell you his or her life story?
Question 2: What do you think would be some of the ethical considerations of this method?