Season 2 · Episode 7
References: Exploring the Layers of Scholarly Influence & Uncovering Funds of Knowledge
Black-Liberation.Tech · Renée Jordan, Ph.D.
October 28, 202414m 12s
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Show Notes
Introduction:
- Welcome back to Black-Liberation.Tech, hosted by Dr. Renee Jordan.
- Discussing a blog post titled "References have References" from June 2018.
Main Story:
- Dr. Jordan's first conference presentation at the American Educational Research Association's Annual Meeting in April 2017.
- Recounting an encounter with a Mexican-American doctoral student during a poster session.
- The student’s research on volunteer work choices of high-achieving, Mexican-American students attending local colleges despite having full scholarships to more selective schools.
Key Points:
- Importance of discussing your work with others to gain new insights.
- Faculty advisors may not always have expertise in your specific area of research.
- Engaging in academic conferences and discussions can help identify gaps and provide new directions.
- The concept of "Funds of Knowledge" and its role in understanding research phenomena.
Reflection:
- Encouragement to share your work in formal and informal settings to get valuable feedback.
- The significance of making your dissertation work understandable to a broad audience.
- The value of talking to people outside your field for fresh perspectives.
Conclusion:
- Encouragement to maintain curiosity and open-mindedness in research.
- Importance of revisiting literature and seeking new references.
- Final thoughts on the benefits of engaging with others about your work.
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