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Place in Research: Theory, Methodology, and Methods
Bridging environmental and Indigenous studies and drawing on critical geography, spatial theory, new materialist theory, and decolonizing theory, this dynamic volume examines the sometimes overlooked significance of place in social science research. There are often important divergences and even competing logics at work in these areas of research, some which may indeed be incommensurable. This volume explores how researchers around the globe are coming to terms - both theoretically and practically - with place in the context of settler colonialism, globalization, and environmental degradation. Tuck and McKenzie outline a trajectory of "critical place inquiry" that not only furthers empirical knowledge, but ethically imagines new possibilities for collaboration and action.
Critical place inquiry can involve a range of research methodologies; this volume argues that what matters is how the chosen methodology engages conceptually with place in order to mobilize methods that enable data collection and analyses that address place explicitly and politically. Unlike other approaches that attempt to superficially tag on Indigenous concerns, decolonizing conceptualizations of land and place and Indigenous methods are central, not peripheral, to practices of critical place inquiry.
Critical place inquiry can involve a range of research methodologies; this volume argues that what matters is how the chosen methodology engages conceptually with place in order to mobilize methods that enable data collection and analyses that address place explicitly and politically. Unlike other approaches that attempt to superficially tag on Indigenous concerns, decolonizing conceptualizations of land and place and Indigenous methods are central, not peripheral, to practices of critical place inquiry.
218 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 1, 2013
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July 30, 2017
calling it, this is the most life changing book i've ever read, stay tuned!
April 14, 2018
A vitally important book for anyone researching with and on the land, with Indigenous communities, in locations that have cultural significance.
Brilliantly researched, the text is clearly organized to address context, theories, methodologies, methods and ethics, and running through it all is a rich and powerful seam of Indigenous presence and intellect.
Brilliantly researched, the text is clearly organized to address context, theories, methodologies, methods and ethics, and running through it all is a rich and powerful seam of Indigenous presence and intellect.
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March 26, 2019really generative + reminder to reread
August 22, 2018
Insightful, well-written book challenging researchers to more deeply consider place in their research. Strong overview of conceptual and theoretical literature around place and space; it also centers the work of Indigenous scholars and Indigenous perspectives. Incredibly thorough, deep list of references - have added at least five more books and articles to my to-read list!
November 22, 2023
Great to understanding place-based research with Indigenous Knowledges at the forefront
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