Qualitative Research Reimagined: Value, Reflexivity, and Innovation
Type:
Plenary Conference
Category:
Kraków (Poland)
Place:
Jagiellonian University, Collegium Novum
Date and time:
13:40 to 15:30 on 02/04/2025
Location: Jagiellonian University, Collegium Novum
Qualitative Research Reimagined: Value, Reflexivity, and Innovation
This keynote panel discussion will feature Prof. Beata Glinka (University of Warsaw, Poland) and Prof. Krzysztof Konecki (University of Lodz, Poland).
As qualitative research stands at a critical crossroads between tradition and innovation, this panel brings together leading scholars to explore transformative shifts reshaping our field.
Rediscovering the Value of Qualitative Research – Beata Glinka
The first keynote examines the renaissance of qualitative approaches in organizational studies, exploring how returning to methodological roots can enrich theory building while addressing meaningful contemporary challenges.
This presentation critically examines current methodological trends and the evolving role of academic publishers in defining research excellence.
Embracing First-Person Contemplative Research – Krzysztof Konecki
The second keynote introduces an innovative framework for first-person contemplative research, highlighting how intentional reflexivity and mindful deceleration can help researchers navigate the ethical and epistemological challenges posed by emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence.
Participants will engage in a dynamic dialogue that bridges theoretical depth with practical application.
Key takeaways include: fresh perspectives on integrating reflexivity into research design, practical strategies for balancing methodological rigor with innovation, critical insights into navigating the tensions between traditional approaches and new advancement, actionable tools for enhancing the value and impact of qualitative research. This panel creates a unique collaborative space for scholars to collectively explore how qualitative research can evolve while maintaining its core strengths in understanding complex organizational phenomena.