Research Ethics and Indigenous Knowledge

These flashcards cover key concepts related to research ethics, Indigenous knowledge, and various epistemological perspectives.

Worldview

A perspective or belief system through which individuals interpret the world around them.

Indigenous Knowledge

Knowledge systems developed by Indigenous communities that encompass cultural traditions, practices, and understandings of the world.

Positivist

A philosophical approach emphasizing observable phenomena and empirical data as the basis for knowledge.

Transformative

An approach in research that seeks to address and empower marginalized communities by integrating their experiences into knowledge construction.

Ethics

Principles that guide researchers in determining right and wrong behaviors with respect to the treatment of participants.

Literature Review

A comprehensive survey of existing research related to a specific topic in order to identify gaps in knowledge.

Knowledge Mobilization

The process of sharing research findings with intended audiences to support the application and use of knowledge.

Community Context

The environment and social circumstances that influence the research relationship and participant experiences.

Decolonial Knowledge

Knowledge that challenges the dominance of colonial narratives and honors Indigenous perspectives and systems.

OCAP Principles

Ownership, Control, Access, and Possession; guiding principles for ethical research involving Indigenous peoples.