TY - CHAP TI - A dialogic design-based research partnership approach: developing close-to-practice educational technology theory in Kenya (Forthcomming) AU - Major, Louis AU - Daltry, Rebecca AU - Rahman, Asad AU - Plaut, Daniel AU - Otieno, Mary AU - Otieno, Kevin T2 - Global Perspectives on Teaching with Technology: Theories, Case Studies and Integration Strategies AB - Design-based research (DBR) has promise for investigating educational technology in low- and middle-income contexts. However, DBR is implemented infrequently in such settings, highlighting a need for guidance on implementation. This chapter critically reflects on innovative DBR involving Kenyan teachers and research partners over two years. This focused on the iterative evaluation of a ‘digital personalised learning’ tool to improve its integration into classroom practice. This DBR promoted teacher-researcher engagement through adopting a dialogue-informed 'intermediate theory building' framework, bridging the theory-practice gap. Additionally, it enhanced inclusivity by broadening the concept of partnership through an ‘integrated’ approach. Lessons learned and practical implications are highlighted. Outcomes establish a novel foundation for applying DBR to enhance educational technology for marginalised learners. DA - Forthcoming PY - Forthcoming ER -