The shadow

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explain the origins of the term “shadow.” Design/methodology/approach – This piece takes the form of a viewpoint. Findings – Harry Wolcott reflects on how the term “shadow” was coined by colleagues of the school principal he was following. Originality/value...

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Published in:Qualitative research in organizations and management 2014-01, Vol.9 (1), p.2-2
Main Author: Wolcott, Harry F
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Etymology
Management science & operations
Management science/operations research
Qualitative techniques
Shadows
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Summary:Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explain the origins of the term “shadow.” Design/methodology/approach – This piece takes the form of a viewpoint. Findings – Harry Wolcott reflects on how the term “shadow” was coined by colleagues of the school principal he was following. Originality/value – This piece is believed to be Harry Wolcott's final contribution to the field of shadowing before he sadly passed away on 31 October 2012.
ISSN:1746-5648
1746-5656
DOI:10.1108/QROM-07-2013-1164