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This paper outlines the theoretical reasoning and technical implementation of a particular approach to creating multi-layered chronological charts in qualitative biographical studies. The discussed method elucidates the interpretation of traditional life chronologies where the individual's "objective" life facts are reconstructed free from analysis. The novelty of multi-layered chronological charts lies in their ability to enrich the visualization of a temporal connection between personal and social contextual factors based on categories determined by the researcher. In doing so, such charts make existing interview data more accessible and processable. In-depth, thematic data analysis can be supported through the visualization of prominent life aspects or the presentation of integrative perspectives of individuals' lives. Case examples are presented to demonstrate how methodological and theoretical objectives are fulfilled through the customized use of genealogy software. Based on the underlying research problem, multi-layered biographical charts can be customized for different research purposes and connected to an array of complex linkage systems.

Intro -- SUMMARY -- PREFACE TO 2017 EDITION -- A VISION OF PEACE -- INTRODUCTION: A BLUEPRINT FOR ENDING WAR -- The Work of World Beyond War -- Disclaimer -- WHY IS AN ALTERNATIVE GLOBAL SECURITY SYSTEM BOTH DESIRABLE AND NECESSARY? -- Whose Security -- The Iron Cage of War: The Present War System Described -- The Benefits of an Alternative System -- The Necessity of an Alternative System - War fails to bring peace -- War is Becoming Ever More Destructive -- WHY WE THINK A PEACE SYSTEM IS POSSIBLE -- There is already more Peace in the World than War -- We Have Changed Major Systems in the Past -- We Live in a Rapidly Changing World -- The Perils of Patriarchy are Challenged -- Compassion and Cooperation are Part of the Human Condition -- The Importance of Structures of War and Peace -- How Systems Work -- An Alternative System is Already Developing -- Nonviolence: The Foundation of Peace -- OUTLINE OF AN ALTERNATIVE GLOBAL SECURITY SYSTEM -- Demilitarizing Security -- Shift to a Non-Provocative Defense Posture -- Create a Nonviolent, Civilian-Based Defense Force -- Phase Out Foreign Military Bases -- Disarmament -- End Invasions and Occupations -- Realign Military Spending, Convert Infrastructure to Produce Funding for Civilian Needs (Economic Conversion) -- Reconfigure the Response to Terrorism -- Dismantle Military Alliances -- The Role of Women in Peace and Security -- Managing International and Civil Conflicts -- Shifting to A Pro-Active Posture -- Strengthening International Institutions and Regional Alliances -- Reforming the United Nations -- Strengthen the International Court of Justice -- Strengthen the International Criminal Court -- Nonviolent Intervention: Civilian Peacekeeping Forces -- International Law -- Encourage Compliance with Existing Treaties -- Create New Treaties.

Dieser Artikel bietet einen Überblick über eine interdisziplinäre qualitative Studie zu persönlichen Bedeutungen und öffentlichen Ausdrucksweisen von Zuhause, Ethnizität und Zugehörigkeitsgefühl von Immigrant/innen in Florida, die aus Kuba, Haiti und Guatemala stammen. Wir präsentieren die theoretischen Grundlagen der Studie, eine Beschreibung der angewandten Interview- und Beobachtungsmethoden und die wesentlichen Themen, die die Analyse der biografischen Interviews erbracht hat.
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