Visual and Audio-Based Media as a Research Technique to Explore Issues of Equity and Social Justice

Session Type: Demonstration/Performance

Abstract

Exploring issues of equity and social justice are heavy topics for societies to grapple with in general. However, they are particularly challenging conversations to have in school settings. In the classroom, educators are increasingly turning to media technologies to help them grab and hold the attention of their students. In this demonstration, researchers explore the use of podcasts and documentaries to aid university students in deconstructing injustice and identifying systemic inequities. The presentations provide a peek into the use of these visual and audio media tools. At the same time, the resulting discussions will aid educators interested in employing these educational research practices at their institutions.

Sub Unit

• SIG-Media, Culture, and Learning

Chair

• Cameron DeLeon Denson, North Carolina State University

Directors

• Andrew J. Hughes, California State University - San Bernardino

• Jasmine Harris, University of Texas, San Antonio

Papers

• Critical Conversations: Using Podcasts to Facilitate Graduate Student Discussions on Diversity and Equity - Mwenda O Kudumu, North Carolina State University; Cameron DeLeon Denson, North Carolina State University

• Learning Race and Learning Podcast Talk: The Usefulness of Podcast Production in Race Courses - Jasmine Harris, University of Texas, San Antonio

• Bringing Awareness to College-Going Foster Youth: A National Campaign - Mauriell H. Amechi, Foster Youth Empowered

• Educating High School Black Males From Within the #MeToo Movement - Marc Grimmett