Lunchtime seminar series in collaboration with Timescapes and CIRCLE:

Chinese Children and Agency

Presenter
Carmen Lau, Post-graduate student, School of Sociology & Social Policy

1-2 pm, Thursday 16th July 2009
Seminar Room, Beech Grove House
FREE, NO NEED TO BOOK.

Carmen Lau is a PhD student looking into the experiences of contemporary Chinese children and families. She will present preliminary findings of an ongoing PhD analysis of British-Chinese families from the North of England.

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FLaG joint event Families, Life Course and Generations Research Centre, University of Leeds & Social Policy Association present:

One Day Event for Postgraduate and Postdoctoral Researchers

Innovation in Social Research: Methodology, Experience and Practice

29th September 2009

This event will focus on ‘innovation’ in social science research and will include presentations from leading academics and the This is an opportunity for delegates postgraduate and postdoctoral researchers to explore what it means to be 'innovative' in social research practice. The aim will be to consider how ‘classic’ methodologies can be put to fresh use for current empirical practice. The event will offer a training opportunity for all who are interested in critical engagement in with research methodology, and in research and practice. Presentations from leading academics, workshops and a plenary session will enable delegates to think critically about ‘innovation’ in method, and in practice. Delegates will learn to consider how they might use ‘innovative’ methodologies for their current and future social research practice.

This should be a stimulating and enjoyable event, with the opportunity to meet other postgraduates/postdocs, topeers, to share experiences and to learn from others. A full programme of events is attached to this email, providing information about presentations and workshops, as well as a timetable for the day.

For full details of the event, including a programme, directions and registration details click here.

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