Radical Research explores the view that research is not a neutral tool to be employed without bias in the search for truth. Rather the radical roots of research are to be seen in the focus on freedom and emancipation from blind allegiance to tradition, 'common sense', religion, or powerful individuals and organisations.Radical Research introduces and draws upon leading contemporary debates and data gathered from a diversity of funded projects in; health, education, police training, youth and community, schools, business, and the use of information technology.This book presents a radical view of research in a way that enables both beginner and the experienced professional researcher to explore its approaches in the formation of their own views and practices. It progressively leads the reader from discussions of case studies to critical explorations of the philosophical and methodological concepts, theories and arguments that are central to contemporary debates. In essence, this book shows how to design, develop and write radical research under conditions where 'normal' research rules apply and it offers a ground-breaking and proven alternative to traditional research techniques.

This accessible and practical teaching resource provides a basis for interpreting and accessing the national curriculum framework to include all pupils. Suggesting an inclusive framework of participation and achievement for all, the book provides

*a range of possible activities designed to be accessible to pupils with diverse individual needs

*reference to the P levels

*help with planning and monitoring the curriculum

*assessment and recording opportunities

*advice on teaching citizenship in a cross-curricular way

*suggestions to develop a whole-school and community approach.

The book is aimed at staff in mainstream and special settings who work with students with special educational needs in the area of citizenship. This includes all class teachers, citizenship coordinators and adult learning disability services staff.