Providing practical guidance based on real-life examples, this book shows researchers different forms and ways of keeping a research journal and how to get the most out of journaling.

Appealing to postgraduate students, new and experienced researchers, the book:

• provides a theoretical grounding and information about knowledge and sensory systems and reflexivity;

• presents a practical exploration of what a journal looks like and when and how to record entries;

• includes helpful end-of-chapter exercises and online resources.

Providing valuable food for thought and examples to experiment with, the book highlights the different forms of research journals and entries so that readers can find what works for them. Giving researchers licence to do things differently, the book encourages and enables readers to develop their own sense of researcher identity and voice.

“This book will provide support and inspiration to all those who are negotiating a research journey, with a wide range of examples and practical exercises to help you develop your own unique journaling practise.” Emma Brodzinski, Royal Holloway, University of London

Nicole Brown is Associate Professor at University College London Institute of Education and Director of Social Research & Practice and Education Ltd.