Pacific research methods are specific techniques and approaches to gather, analyse, and interpret data within the framework of Pacific knowledge systems and cultural contexts. These methods are grounded in Pacific epistemologies, ontologies, and ways of knowing, and they reflect the unique perspectives and priorities of Pacific communities.
Pacific research methods and methodologies often overlap in their terminology and approach, and as a result, can be difficult to distinguish in the literature. Talanoa for example, could refer to both the physical practice (i.e. research method) of Talanoa, whereby ideas are shared face-to-face and in a group setting, but also, the methodological approach, whereby the philosophy of Talanoa is applied holistically to the research process.
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