From Critical Race Theory to Ecopedagogy: A Phenomenological Journey
Location
1053
Format Type
Event
Format Type
Paper
Start Date
January 2018
End Date
January 2018
Abstract
The development of a qualitative researcher can be reduced to the nature vs. nurture debate. The phenomenological journey described within this presentation touches on both nature and nurture, describing the influences of mentors and self-reflection. This presentation begins with the author’s start as a critical race theorist, his exploration and application of tribal critical race theory, and his current use of ecopedagogy. Along this journey, the author describes the role that mentors have played in the movement from critical race theory to tribal critical race theory. Exploring the role of community based research and advisory committees, this presentation presents information on how indigenous research methods influence the creation of new philosophies and move researchers in exciting directions. Continuing the journey to ecopedagogy, the author demonstrates the role of self-reflective journals and their impact on assisting researchers in refining not only their craft, but also their views towards research and community involvement. This presentation presents ecopedagogy within the context of Paulo Freire’s work as the logical extension of critical race theory.
From Critical Race Theory to Ecopedagogy: A Phenomenological Journey
1053
The development of a qualitative researcher can be reduced to the nature vs. nurture debate. The phenomenological journey described within this presentation touches on both nature and nurture, describing the influences of mentors and self-reflection. This presentation begins with the author’s start as a critical race theorist, his exploration and application of tribal critical race theory, and his current use of ecopedagogy. Along this journey, the author describes the role that mentors have played in the movement from critical race theory to tribal critical race theory. Exploring the role of community based research and advisory committees, this presentation presents information on how indigenous research methods influence the creation of new philosophies and move researchers in exciting directions. Continuing the journey to ecopedagogy, the author demonstrates the role of self-reflective journals and their impact on assisting researchers in refining not only their craft, but also their views towards research and community involvement. This presentation presents ecopedagogy within the context of Paulo Freire’s work as the logical extension of critical race theory.
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