1. Objectives of the training course
- The training course aims to equip and enhance knowledge of theories, methods and practices related to field research in social sciences, creating opportunities for trainees to participate in all stages of a field research (from building research subjects, collecting data, to analyzing and processing data).
- To impart knowledge through the practice of a consistent set of methods and techniques characteristic of fieldwork in the social sciences and humanities. The fieldwork will be defined by an initial theme and may be adjusted throughout the fieldwork according to the data, information, conditions, difficulties and opportunities that the student encounters in the field. This process allows the student to practice an inductive and experimental approach, whereby the researcher will have the opportunity to apply and re-examine conceptual and theoretical issues on the basis of field data.
- Training students in independent working skills: This form requires active participation of students in the investigation process. Students will be empowered to take the initiative in the research process, and at the same time be encouraged to have a critical view of the resources mobilized, the methods used and the interpretations formed.
2. Training program
The training will last 10 days and will be divided into four phases:
- Phase 1: Lectures on theory and methods and preparation of the investigation (2 days):
(1) Key concepts and theories - debates related to the initially identified topic (concerning the relationship between environmental, economic and social drivers)
(2) Field research methods: key steps and principles for setting up a qualitative field study
(3) Introduce the local context where the field survey will take place
(4) Students develop methods, questionnaire systems and first drafts of research objects and research problems.
(5) Practical techniques and advice for field research methods
- Phase 2: Field survey (5 days)
The group of students will be divided into 2 small groups with specific topics.
Students will work in groups of two to conduct the survey under the direct supervision of the instructor. The instructors will accompany the student groups throughout the survey process to guide and advise them directly.
Each day in the field will end with a debriefing meeting to review the data collected, cross-check the information and make first “on the spot” interpretations.
- Phase 3: Data processing and analysis (2 days).
Lecture: Qualitative data analysis methods
Group work: Building a qualitative database: organizing and synthesizing collected data; Analyzing and interpreting data; Preparing for presentation of results (detailed outline and ppt.)
- Phase 4: Presentation of results (1/2 day)
Public presentation of results to an audience of academics, social organization leaders, and decision makers (representatives of government agencies, policy makers, businesses, etc.).
Depending on the quality of the results, a collective publication will be considered for publication.
3. Equipment needed for the training course:
- Laptop
- Notebook and pencil
- Digital camera and voice recorder (smartphone) for each pair of students.
4. Language: Training course uses Vietnamese
5. Participants:
- Number: 20 students
- Target audience: Graduate students, researchers, young lecturers and experts (state officials, members of social organizations, consultants) who need to conduct field surveys as part of their work.
Undergraduate students (3rd and 4th year) may also be accepted through recommendation from lecturers or supervisors.
6. Registration, selection process and implementation time:
6.1. The application process includes:
Summary CV
Once the organizers have confirmed the list of selected candidates, candidates will be contacted to confirm their participation. Once confirmed, selected candidates must commit to attend the entire training course (10 days). In case of absence from the course, no certificate of attendance will be issued.
* 6.2. Schedule:- Application submission time:
before 05/05/2024.Students send registration to the address:
tadidatraining@gmail.com(with 01 copy to:
emmanuel.pannier@ird.fr)
- Training time:
from 15/07/2024 to 24/07/20247. Cost: All costs will be covered by the training course.
- For on-site students (2024: Ho Chi Minh City): meals and field research expenses.
- For students from elsewhere: travel, accommodation, meals and fieldwork costs.
8. Location: Year 2024:
- Phase 1,3,4 (in class): organize classes in Ho Chi Minh City;
- Phase 2 (on-site): expected to be held at Nui Chua National Park, Ninh Hai district, Ninh Thuan province.
9. Contact information:
Phan Thi Kim Tam: (+84) 364941797 / tadidatraining@gmail.com
Emmanuel Pannier:
emmanuel.pannier@ird.frLam Minh Chau:
lamminhchau86@gmail.com
In 2023, the Training Course attracted the attention of 4 lecturers who are experts from countries and the Faculty of Anthropology, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, 21 students from VNU-USSH and University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Ho Chi Minh City, universities, agencies, and research institutes in the provinces of Central Vietnam. Activities of the TADiDÃ Training Course in 2023 can be found at the link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zv9snb9iHmOTOhhU3RqbCw0AV28YHzfR/view?usp=sharing
