Beth works for a family resource network and coordinates as well as participates in a peer parenting support group for the parents of children with special needs.She has developed an evaluation plan that relies on the program participants for data collection and that will use the data to further develop the program.This approach is best termed ____.
A)ethnography
B)phenomenology
C)grounded theory
D)participatory action research

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The approach described best fits with participatory action research, which involves collaboration between researchers and program participants to develop solutions to problems and improve the program. In this case, Beth is relying on the program participants for data collection and using the data to further develop the program, indicating a participatory approach. Ethnography, phenomenology, and grounded theory involve different types of data collection and analysis methods, which are not described in the scenario.

Beth Works for a Family Resource Network and Coordinates as Well