Reflective structured dialogue: A qualitative thematic analysis

Reflective Structured Dialogue (RSD) is a specific type of dialogue intervention designed to help individuals on opposing sides of controversial political and social issues share their perspectives, and communicate in a manner that allows them to better understand one another. The current study exam...

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Published in:Conflict resolution quarterly 2020-03, Vol.37 (3), p.207-221
Main Authors: Gower, Katherine, Cornelius, Llewellyn, Rawls, Raye, Walker, Brandy B.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Case studies
Communication
DEMOCRACY
Dialogue analysis
Grounded theory
Intervention
Personal development
Polarization (Social sciences)
Political communication
Political participation
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Power
Qualitative research
Social interaction
Social issues
Social problems
SOCIAL SCIENCE
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Summary:Reflective Structured Dialogue (RSD) is a specific type of dialogue intervention designed to help individuals on opposing sides of controversial political and social issues share their perspectives, and communicate in a manner that allows them to better understand one another. The current study examined outcomes from case studies on RSD using qualitative thematic analysis. Eight articles were analyzed, using an inductive grounded theory approach. The major themes that emerged were embracing multiple perspectives, positions of power, stronger/more positive connections, better communication, personal growth/self-reflection, and challenges/limitations. Implications, recommendations, and suggestions for future research are discussed.
ISSN:1536-5581
1541-1508
DOI:10.1002/crq.21271