Lectuer 12

What is research?

What is research?

Research is the process of discovering or uncovering new knowledge.

How does gender bias affect research according to Gladwell’s Blink?

Even when objectivity is proclaimed, judgments may be based on assumptions about a musician's gender.

What does androcentrism mean?

Androcentrism refers to the practice of placing male human beings or a masculine point of view at the center of one's worldview.

What is the consequence of conducting biased research?

Conducting biased research can lead to significant human consequences for marginalized groups, including people of color, women, and children.

What is Eurocentrism?

Eurocentrism is the worldview that emphasizes European or Western viewpoints, often neglecting other cultures.

What is standpoint epistemology?

Standpoint epistemology is a theory that knowledge is socially situated and that marginalized groups can have a distinct perspective on reality.

What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative research?

Qualitative research focuses on understanding concepts and experiences, while quantitative research emphasizes numerical data and statistical analysis.

Why is participatory action research considered liberatory?

Participatory action research is considered liberatory because it actively involves participants in the research process, empowering them and respecting their knowledge.

How can intersectionality be applied to research?

Intersectionality can be applied to research by examining how different social identities intersect and affect experiences of oppression.

What are key ethical considerations when conducting interviews?

Key ethical considerations include obtaining explicit consent, ensuring confidentiality, and minimizing harm to participants.

What are the different types of interviews?

The different types of interviews include semi-structured and structured interviews.

How do gender data gaps affect our lives?

Gender data gaps can lead to invisibility and a lack of consideration for the needs and experiences of women and other genders in research and policy-making.

What is the significance of the title of LT Smith's book 'Decolonizing Methodologies'?

The title signifies the need to challenge and change the colonial perspectives in research practices to create more inclusive and equitable methodologies.

What is the role of memories in knowledge production?

Memories serve as important tools for knowledge production and identity formation, influencing what parts of history are remembered or forgotten.

What does ‘hegemony’ refer to in the context of research?

Hegemony refers to the dominance of certain ideas or cultures over others, shaping how knowledge is produced and validated.