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Focus Groups and Methodological Reflections

Conscientious Flexibility in the Field

University of Massachusetts-Boston, jwoodring{at}ppv.org

Susan M. Foley

University of Massachusetts-Boston

Gabriella Santoro Rado

University of Massachusetts-Boston

Keith R. Brown

University of Pennsylvania

Doris M. Hamner

University of Massachusetts-Boston

This article discusses the methodological issues and pragmatic dilemmas confronted by a group of researchers conducting focus groups composed of people with disabilities. As an initial component of a mixed-method, longitudinal research project, the intention was to gather perceptions of the ways in which recent policy initiatives shape the lives and employment experiences of people with disabilities. We present the methodological design issues we encountered in planning and conducting the focus groups with the hope that our reflections inform future qualitative research designs involving people with disabilities.

Journal of Disability Policy Studies, Vol. 16, No. 4, 248-258 (2006)
DOI: 10.1177/10442073060160040601


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