Critical Quantitative Theory challenges the traditional division between quantitative and qualitative research methods, aiming to integrate data and statistics more equitably. Created in a 2018 journal article, it encourages researchers, particularly in education, to analyze data through critical frameworks like critical race theory and intersectionality. At the School of Education, a team of faculty and graduate students formed the Critical Quantitative Research Forum to explore this approach further. This method aims to highlight structural inequalities and possibilities for change by positioning researchers within their work and examining structural factors. Overall, it serves as a space for discussions and exploration to contribute to a more equitable approach to educational research.
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Walls, Martin. “CritQuant: School of Education Faculty and Students Join a Movement to Disrupt Traditional Research Methods.” SU News, 6 Dec. 2023, https://news.syr.edu/blog/2023/12/06/critquant-school-of-education-faculty-and-students-join-a-movement-to-disrupt-traditional-research-methods/.
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The video “Traditional Ecological Knowledge & Place-based Learning Communities” explores the intersection of traditional ecological knowledge (TEK), place-based learning, and the socioeconomic aspects within the Wiyot territory, where Humboldt State University (HSU) is located. It discusses how the Wiyot people view their territory as ancestral land that they are responsible for protecting/preserving and how the presence of HSU impacts this relationship. The video also touches upon the importance of integrating TEK into education and science curricula, highlighting the harmony between cultural diversity and ecological preservation. Additionally, it delves into the socioeconomic dynamics within the community and how place-based learning initiatives contribute to sustainability and community empowerment.
Traditional Ecological Knowledge & Place-Based Learning Communities. www.youtube.com, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=liKV74avPso. Accessed 19