What is?...[Velo]Mobile Methods: Practical Considerations when performing mobile methods by cycle.
Speaker(s):
Bio: Tim Jones's research focuses on sustainable urban mobility notably how to increase walking and cycling and sustainable modes of travel among a much broader spectrum of the population. He has led pathbreaking work on older adults and cycling and his publications have helped support the case about the potential benefits of cycling for older adults, and the changes in bike design, cycling infrastructure, and supportive programs necessary to realize that potential. His work has also highlighted the important physical, mental, and health benefits of cycling. He and his research team were awarded the UK Royal Town Planning Institute's Award for Research Excellence in 2017. Tim has published in leading international journals, led major research projects, collaborated with scholars across the globe, and served on international scientific committees and editorial boards. His engagement with policy and planning practice ensures that his work continues to influence decision-makers and make a positive contribution towards achieving a more sustainable society.
Abstract:
In a previous 'What Is..?' session, Sarah Pink argued the need for researchers involved in sensory ethnography to, not only report their findings but also to document and reflect on the methods used in order to contribute to the development of this field. This session will focus on 'Mobile methods' and in particular the growing corpus of research using 'Velo-mobile Methods' - sensory ethnography while cycling. While there has been much discussion on the theory and potential of mobile methods less has been said about the actual practical aspects of 'doing' (velo)mobile methods, particularly within different social, cultural and geographical settings. The session will address this and will be of interest to current and potential 'velomobile researchers' and those who are interested in conducting sensory ethnography while on the move.
References:
Jones, Tim & Spinney, Justin (2016) Velomobile Methods: investigation | interrogation | interpretation. Available at: https://www.cycleboom.org/velomobile-methods-investigation-interrogation-interpretation/ [Accessed 20 Febriary 2023]
Pink, Sarah (2010) What is Sensory Ethnography. In: NCRM Research Methods Festival 2010, 5th - 8th July 2010, St. Catherine's College, Oxford. (Unpublished)