Module 2: Motivations, Roles and Guiding Principles

This module outlines common values and principles that can help support authentic research partnerships throughout the research process.

Learning Objectives

By the end of module 2, you will be able to:

  • Describe common values and principles that help support authentic research partnerships;
  • Identify individual strengths and roles that benefit a research team, support effective communication, and foster co-creation between researchers and research partners; and
  • Identify ways to facilitate and enhance research relationships and manage potential challenges.

Content Overview

Content Overview Section Headings
  • Common values and principles that help support authentic research partnerships.
  • Individual strengths and roles that benefit a research team, support effective communication, and foster co-creation between researchers and research partners.
  • Ways to facilitate and enhance research relationships and manage potential challenges.
  • Common values and guiding principles for research partnerships: 6 R’s framework (respect, relationship, representation, relevance, responsibility, reciprocity).
  • Effective communication to enhance engagement.
  • Flexibility in research partnerships and roles.
  • Research partner roles.
  • Co-creation.
  • Avoiding and mitigating potential challenges.