An anti-colonial approach to deconstructing and reconstructing educational psychology theories

IF 3.9 1区心理学 Q1 PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATIONAL

Contemporary Educational Psychology Pub Date : 2025-01-22 DOI:10.1016/j.cedpsych.2025.102344

Korinthia D. Nicolai , Tasneem L. Talib , Stella Jackman-Ryan , N. Leigh Boyd , Allison Zengilowski , Sarita Y. Shukla , Jason A. Chen

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Abstract

In this article, we emphasize the problematic role of colonialism in theory development and the need to challenge the prevailing norm of centering whiteness in educational psychology. As we reflect on the power that theories hold in the broader field and their potential to hurt and oppress marginalized communities, we recognize the need for a paradigm shift. We advocate for a transition from a focus on ownership to answerability, urging educational psychologists to critically examine the knowledge informing theories, incorporate diverse voices, and nurture ideas that have been marginalized.

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Contemporary Educational Psychology PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATIONAL-

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16.50

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3.90%

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期刊介绍： Contemporary Educational Psychology is a scholarly journal that publishes empirical research from various parts of the world. The research aims to substantially advance, extend, or re-envision the ongoing discourse in educational psychology research and practice. To be considered for publication, manuscripts must be well-grounded in a comprehensive theoretical and empirical framework. This framework should raise critical and timely questions that educational psychology currently faces. Additionally, the questions asked should be closely related to the chosen methodological approach, and the authors should provide actionable implications for education research and practice. The journal seeks to publish manuscripts that offer cutting-edge theoretical and methodological perspectives on critical and timely education questions. The journal is abstracted and indexed in various databases, including Contents Pages in Education, Australian Educational Index, Current Contents, EBSCOhost, Education Index, ERA, PsycINFO, Sociology of Education Abstracts, PubMed/Medline, BIOSIS Previews, and others.