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ERIC Number: EJ1222856
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2019
Pages: 15
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: ISSN-1534-8431
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"Defend Yourself with Words, with the Knowledge That You've Gained": An Exploration of Conocimiento among Latina Undergraduates in Ethnic Studies
Gaxiola Serrano, Tanya J.; González Ybarra, Mónica; Delgado Bernal, Dolores
Journal of Latinos and Education, v18 n3 p243-257 2019
Using Anzaldúa's theory of conocimiento--a fluid journey of reflection and knowledge production--we examine how two Latina undergraduates experience critical consciousness within an ethnic studies course. We challenge that critical consciousness is an end-all, be-all state by highlighting contradictions in thinking, internal shifts, bodymindspirit, and actions that move us to praxis. These aspects of conocimiento are capable of disrupting dominant ideologies, systems of oppression, and coloniality, allowing for transformative ruptures to occur. We offer conocimiento as a way to underscore the beauty of tensions and transformations found in the processes of critical consciousness and the significant role of ethnic studies for Latinx undergraduates.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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