New Scholars, New Ideas, and New Directions From the Pacific

• In Event: 39.035 - Indigenous Peoples of the Pacific SIG Business Meeting: Conversations About Justice, Education Research, and Indigenous Peoples

Abstract

The focus of this session is in keeping with the theme of AERA’s 2015 Annual Meeting—“Toward Justice: Culture, Language, and Heritage in Education Research and Praxis”, particularly the emphasis on the moral obligation of researchers to “apply principles and evidence from social science research and theorizing to the problems of injustice.” In particular, participants will discuss the conceptualization, conduct, and dissemination of their research and the challenges and successes they have experienced in their efforts to elevate the health and well-being of indigenous peoples.

Authors

• Tanya L.M. Samu, University of Auckland

• Alexis Siteine, University of Auckland

• Rae Siilata, The University of Auckland

• Natasha A Saelua, Indiana University - Bloomington

• Pania Te Maro, Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi