What we mean when we talk about data and voice

Published: 25/06/2024

Professor Elaine Sharland from the University of Sussex research team examines what we mean when we talk about voice, data and information.

Professor Elaine Sharland from the University of Sussex research team examines what we mean when we talk about voice, data and information.

Talking Points 

This video looks at:

  • The multiple voices that we need to capture and pay attention to.

  • The complexity around recognising voice.

  • Definitions of information as both qualitative and quantitative.

Length: 9 minutes.

Reflective questions

Consider examples from your own organisations and practice:

  1. How does you conception of data, information and voice shape the way that you work with people with lived experience of social care?

  2. Do your definitions of information and voice align with your organisation’s definitions?

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