TY - CHAP
T1 - Analysing deliberative transformation
T2 - A multi-level approach incorporating Q methodology
AU - Niemeyer, Simon
PY - 2019/12/5
Y1 - 2019/12/5
N2 - This chapter concerns analysing deliberative transformation using mixed methods, and a multilevel model of deliberative transformation. The method links changing preferences, or choices among options to changes to the level of reasons (broadly construed, or considerations) and the relationship between these levels. Combining positivist and interpretive approaches permits systematic analysis of the dynamics of deliberative transformation, as well as scope for interpretation in ways that assist with the development of theory. Q methodology helps to assess the level of reasons, as a method for identifying discourses as intersubjective reference points for understanding deliberator’s ‘world view’ in relation to an issue. Combining analysis of preferences and reasons approaches, permits analysis of the deliberative impacts on reasoning. Together, these approaches serve to develop a rich understanding of deliberative transformation that informs the development of theory, as well as possibilities for further research and empirical testing.
AB - This chapter concerns analysing deliberative transformation using mixed methods, and a multilevel model of deliberative transformation. The method links changing preferences, or choices among options to changes to the level of reasons (broadly construed, or considerations) and the relationship between these levels. Combining positivist and interpretive approaches permits systematic analysis of the dynamics of deliberative transformation, as well as scope for interpretation in ways that assist with the development of theory. Q methodology helps to assess the level of reasons, as a method for identifying discourses as intersubjective reference points for understanding deliberator’s ‘world view’ in relation to an issue. Combining analysis of preferences and reasons approaches, permits analysis of the deliberative impacts on reasoning. Together, these approaches serve to develop a rich understanding of deliberative transformation that informs the development of theory, as well as possibilities for further research and empirical testing.
KW - Deliberative democracy
KW - deliberative transformation
KW - multi-level approach
KW - Q Methodology
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U2 - 10.4337/9781786433862
DO - 10.4337/9781786433862
M3 - Chapter
AN - SCOPUS:85088624628
SN - 9781786433855
SP - 540
EP - 557
BT - Handbook of Democratic Innovation and Governance
A2 - Elstub, Stephen
A2 - Escobar, Oliver
PB - Edward Elgar Publishing
CY - United Kingdom
ER -