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American Journal of Evaluation, Vol. 28, No. 4, 558-569 (2007)
DOI: 10.1177/1098214007306372

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Photolanguage

How a Picture Can Inspire a Thousand Words

Ann G. Bessell

University of Miami, agbessell{at}miami.edu

William B. Deese

University of Miami

Adriana L. Medina

University of Miami

Program evaluators need methods that can be used in a variety of situations to help gather data. Photolanguage is one such technique that uses black-and-white photographs to elicit responses from individuals. It is particularly useful in situations where the respondents may give restricted or only minimal data. This article provides 1the step-by-step process for implementation of Photolanguage, explores the possibility of uses for Photolanguage as a tool for small-group evaluation, and supplies data showing its benefits as a method of evaluation.

Key Words: Photolanguage • photovoice • evaluation • qualitative inquiry


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