Who is it for
The CAYR methodology was developed to help researchers develop a practice-based research proposal in collaboration with stakeholders in practice.
The methodology can be used by researchers who take on the role of project leader or lead manager, process manager, and minutes taker in that partnership(to-be):
- Project leader/lead manager
Within the CAYR methodology, it is assumed that there is a researcher who is responsible for the entire process. This is often the project leader. The project leader can use the CAYR material to design their own process.
- Process manager
The methodology works best when, in addition to a project leader, there is also a researcher in the role of process manager who can facilitate the process of CAYR. The process manager will find working forms, supporting tools, sample workshops and tips for facilitating the process in the manual for CAYR as a complete process. The process manager is also a ‘critical friend’ who can keep the project leader on his toes throughout the process.
- Minutes secretary
Finally, it is advisable to have a researcher, in the role of minutes secretary, record the results of interviews. Where applicable, the CAYR material includes tips for the minutes secretary as to how best to record and organise the output of various elements of CAYR.