Methods for Imaginary Civic Systems
A fictional mixed-methods course using invented civic technology collaborations.
Highlights
- Method selection begins with fictional partner needs and research ethics.
Course focus
This fictional course introduces research methods through invented civic settings, organizations, and public-interest scenarios.
Methods
Simulated student teams practice interview design, observation, survey planning, trace analysis, and collaborative synthesis using generated materials.
Final work
Fictional teams produce a scoped research plan with a synthetic evidence strategy and communication plan for an imaginary partner.