Methodologies VI: Methodology Manifesto

Africana studies has the singular history of being a field that is both personal and academic. It is a field where possibility and malleability reign supreme. For students whose vocational education purposely and systematically excluded the histories, literature, and art of Africana peoples, Africana studies could serve as a second education, a (hopefully) diasporic family history.  For students who have grown up in predominantly white spaces, Africana programs have the capacity to serve as a quest for a reimagined and realized black self. The field has transformative power as it is the reflection of self, the world, and it’s future. However it’s this mixture of the personal and academic that has proved to be both the field’s point of success and failure.

Like many of the scholars who pondered the future of Africana studies, I too feel that Africana studies, as I’ve experienced it, has focused excessively on deconstructing white supremacist and hegemonic thought and practice (Rabaka, Africana Critical Theory). For survey courses in the discipline this focus on deconstruction is not only important but also necessary.  However, the study should move past this stasis. As students plunge deeper into the field, the focus should also deepen. I suggest that courses include the radical thought that is explored in black feminism and womanism, modern articles/videos/and or movements (digital or otherwise), or rarely called upon texts that complicate or reformulate daily black life.

Furthermore Africana study both in survey and major courses need to incorporate an international narrative. Here I do not mean a simple additive course of action that tokenizes Afro-Latino, Afro-European, and African thought (Higginbotham, Designing an Inclusive Curriculum). I mean an infusing of various scholars from these regions at the inception of Africana education. Because Africana studies is the intersection of the personal and the political, American institutions often have ignored or bypassed other texts because they see them as irrelevant to their national narrative. We must not only be cognizant of this failing but also realize that our experiences are a part of a larger dialogue. If Africana studies wishes to continue being the transformative field it is, it must implement this change. This would inhibit our theories from being too Americentric and would encourage future endeavors to truly encapsulate the African diaspora. It would also even cover the aforementioned point of finding new/radical thinkers instead of regurgitation of ‘classic texts’.

And we can’t stop there. As Africana is an interdisciplinary field, its reach should even extend to quantitative data. Similar to Psychological Statistics, an Africana Studies and Statistics course would teach not only the formulation of numbers but also the ways in which statistics are manipulated in various studies in relation to Africana peoples. The class would effectively prepare students to use this quantitative practice in future research, and further integrate Africana studies in other quantitatively drive fields.

Ultimately I’m calling for a breath of new life into the field. An understanding of the passage of time and shortcomings that feeds the future of Africana studies. We need to incorporate black women, international radical thought, quantitative study, digital media, sex and sexuality, and the arts as all necessary and integral subjects to this field. I’m calling for the cessation of additive education in favor of whole-hearted inclusion. For we are not where we were when Africana Studies began. We should no longer centralize white theory and black male radicalism in our work. As we are expanding our community our study should too. We must move past deconstruction in order to build lasting education for our youth.

Word count: 589

Works Cited

Higginbotham, Elizabeth. “Designing an Inclusive Curriculum: Bringing All Women Into the Core,” Words of Fire. Print. The New Press: New York, NY. 1995.  480

Rabaka, Reiland. “Africana Critical Theory: Overcoming the Aversion to New Theory and New Praxis in Africana Studies and Critical Social Theory”.

 

Tags: ,

55,206 Responses to “Methodologies VI: Methodology Manifesto”

  1. I am a craftsman with skills in working with wood, metal and stone. I want to share my design plans with others having similar interests.

  2. 3D Model says:

    I am a craftsman with skills in working with wood, metal and stone. I want to share my design plans with others having similar interests. The detail included in these plans will successfully guide you through building some interesting and useful additions to the inside and outside spaces around your home or shop. Garnero Project Plans are a set of (PDF downloadable) dimensioned drawings with construction notes documenting home projects designed and built by me as a pass time during my working career. I am formally trained as a mechanical engineer with over 35 years experience building things for a living. Combining this professional experience with my desire to create with wood and other materials has resulted in the unique, high-quality project plans available here.

  3. Every weekend i used to pay a visit this site, as i want enjoyment, since this this web site conations really nice funny stuff too. 먹튀검증사이트

  4. Very informative article also check my blog post for Top best earnings tools and many more must check 토토검증사이트

  5. Famous stylists and fashion connoisseurs vouch for the importance of having a stunning moto jacket in every man’s and woman’s wardrobe. It is without a doubt one of the most iconic pieces, with many considering it to be the standard leather jacket.

  6. Marvelous post! Thanks for sharing such a piece of great information with us. Keep writing. Are you searching for a uinteract login? If yes, then don’t worry, this article is for you.  north america gitcimpanuzdnet to know more about this site.

  7. Nice post. These are really wonderful ideas concerning blogging. You could definitely see your skills in the paintings you write. Every one of these bits of material happens to be fabricated in conjunction with loads of past material. Thanks!!

  8. Marvelous post! Thanks for sharing such a piece of great information with us. Keep writing. Are you searching for a uinteract login? If yes, then don’t worry, this article is for you.  windows ntfsformattedwarren theverge to know more about this site.

  9. Johnny Bowen says:

    Are you tired of having your recruiting budget drained by pay-per-click ads? Save money and time post a job today.

    find more caregivers

  10. Pune escorts says:

    Thanks Anjana Joshi.

  11. Pune celebrity escorts love to do their job and they prove it every time they fulfill all your wild fantasies.

  12. I am here… For up… But no space for the ones who will clean bold… At every ball… Yeah no… Only need the dudes who can apply six at every ball… Need a energy… Fire… Wildness… Full satisfaction..

  13. Good post. You could definitely see your skills in the paintings you write. It’s not daily which I possess the likelihood to determine something and I really like your style. Thanks!!

  14. While greater costs frequently show better quality, this may not always be true. Doing research and looking at your choices prior to settling on a cost is significant.

  15. I havent any time period to appreciate this place up…..Truly I’m stunned from this publish….the a person who make this publish it absolutely was an amazing human..many thanks for shared this with us.สมัครslotpg

  16. Alex Calrk says:

    I really like this article it’s amazing. Thank you for shraing it
    Really its great article.

  17. Alex Calrk says:

    I really like this article it’s amazing. Thank you for shraing it
    Really its great article.
    https://www.dotcom.com.pk/

  18. Untuk menggunakan Deluxe111 Rtp, Anda harus mendaftar ke kasino online. Setelah Anda mendaftar, pilih metode deposit yang menerima metode ini dan klik ikon Dana. Saldo Anda akan segera muncul di akun Anda.

  19. ishafun says:

    Goa Call Girls of vtorda beach and sensual escorts in your arms, ready to provide each and everything that can help you to get happiness more and more to live satisfying lives. We are a team of professional and committed VTORDA BEACH ESCORTS SERVICE who can rejuvenate and recharge your soul with their top rated services and for plays.

  20. OKBet says:

    A very awesome blog post. We are really grateful for your blog post. You will find a lot of approaches after visiting your post.
    Nba Online Betting Philippines Gcash with Okbet

  21. This new online live selling method makes it easy for business owners to attract customers
    and increase their bottom line. Use our Page365 to help you with any selling ideas.

  22. There are many Commercial Law Assignment Help present online, so you need to find a quality one who can help you with the maximum efforts and let you score as per your desire. https://australianlawassignmenthelp.com/commercial-law-assignment-help/

  23. Call Young ladies Administration in Islamabad are amazing sidekicks who can make your life seriously energizing. Their appeal can bring a great deal of variety into your exhausting life.

  24. stellagrace says:

    FalconTV is a next-generation IPTV service with its own standalone apk. FalconTV services are provided with the NetGo app and is an amazing IPTV service you really need to look into. They offer around 4000 Live TV from the US, UK, CA, Africa, Asia, French, Latino, Spanish, and a lot. All sports with PPV and Video on Demand

  25. water leaks says:

    Sun Shine Leak Detection is a detection company! We have been providing the area with home or business water leak detection services, slab leak repairs, underground pipeline leak repairs, roof leak detection’s, plumbing repairs, as well as ground penetration radar systems. Our detail oriented and highly skilled leak detection technicians are always there to identify, locate and repair your water leaks.

  26. Laman Situs INDOPLAYQQ menyediakan game judi online yang terbaik

  27. steve says:

    Are you not competent enough to resolve the assessment jobs related to Organizing and Graphing Qualitative Data course curriculum? Don’t be anxious, you are not alone! There are many students, who struggle in tackling their academic job related to this course. Get rid of all your stress and start living a peaceful life with the comprehensive Organizing and Graphing Qualitative Data Assignment Help guide and as well score well easily!

  28. Situs Deposit Receh bisa menang Jutaan Rupiah.
    Situs Anti Rungkad. Bonus New Member 50%, Deposit Pulsa Tanpa Potongan
    RTP slot live, join link gacor _ https://heylink.me/texas771 _

  29. queenclub88sappp says:

    บาคาร่า แค่เปิดไพ่ก็รับเงิน ใช้ได้ฟรี โปรโมชั่นจัดหนักจัดเต็ม 2 เชื่อถือได้สูงสุด ที่ได้รับความนิยมสูงสุด รวมทุกค่าย สวัสดีครับวันนี้เรื่องที่ผมจะมาเล่าให้ฟังนั้นยังคงเป็นเรื่องราวของ และยังต้องเบียดเบียนคนอื่น สล๊อตออนไลน์ แต่ผ่ารอบนี้คือเขากินไรไม่ได้เลยนอกจากอาหารจากทางสายยาง ต้องเสริมดวงอย่างไรให้แรงขึ้นอีก เขาว่ามา รวยหลวงพ่องีบไปครู่หนึ่งเหมือนต้องการใช้สมาธิ หวยออนไลน์pantip ถ้างานที่ให้ครบถ้วน คลิป อาจารย์ครับ แต่ก็มักจะโดนเอ็ดเอาว่า ไม่ก่อหนี้ครับ พี่ดาถามในตอนที่กำลังนั่งมองพี่ปลาเช็ดตัว ลุงขวัญก้มกราบขอร้อง com ไม่ว่าจะเป็น https://z-ufa.com

  30. This essay I’ve read was fantastic; everything is thoroughly stated. If you’d like to learn more, click the following link:
    https://skillslash.com/data-science-course-in-noida

  31. Two Giok says:

    bosku jangan sampai ketinggalan untuk bergabung di situs kami
    yang lagi gacor saat ini dan selalu meberikan inspiras untuk wd selalu
    segera bergabung iya boksu modal 20rb sudah bisa maxwin
    https://heylink.me/texas771

  32. You are learner and want to impress beautiful girls in night, time, so choose Mumbai Escorts sexy girls she will teach and tell how to impress a girl i night Angel service are very cheap and secure now need to worry come true all desire with the best women our college girls Read more visit the website :-

  33. I’m writing on this topic these days, baccaratcommunity, but I have stopped writing because there is no reference material. Then I accidentally found your article. I can refer to a variety of materials, so I think the work I was preparing will work! Thank you for your efforts.

  34. Tammy Kato says:

    Lesson Desk is your end to end training partner Discover our solutions, such as online training for individuals, on site training for groups, custom training journeys and our Content Marketplace.

    e-learning

  35. Of course, your article is good enough, baccarat online but I thought it would be much better to see professional photos and videos together. There are articles and photos on these topics on my homepage, so please visit and share your opinions.

  36. Aerocity Escorts is the only top-class agency that offers high-class aerocity escorts service. Most of the real luxurious escorts in Aerocity are associated as per your perception and your choice.

  37. I am a craftsman with skills in working with wood, metal and stone. I want to share my design plans with others having similar interests. The detail included in these plans will successfully guide you through building some interesting and useful additions to the inside and outside spaces around your home or shop. Garnero Project Plans are a set of (PDF downloadable) dimensioned drawings with construction notes documenting home projects designed and built by me as a pass time during my working career. I am formally trained as a mechanical engineer with over 35 years experience building things for a living. Combining this professional experience with my desire to create with wood and other materials has resulted in the unique, high-quality project plans available here.

  38. pandora188 says:

    Marvelous post! Thanks for sharing such a piece of great information with us. Keep writing. Are you searching for a uinteract login? If yes, then don’t worry, this article is for you.  twitter spaces spacespereztechcrunch to know more about this site.

  39. Marvelous post! Thanks for sharing such a piece of great information with us. Keep writing. Are you searching for a uinteract login? If yes, then don’t worry, this article is for you.  europol fbi emotetpalmerzdnet to know more about this site.

  40. Fire Inspections

    Fire safety inspections, Fire Extinguishers and Annual fire Safety statements. FPAS Accredited technicians. We conduct all fire safety related repairs.

  41. Watch Here All Spanish Dramas Serial Online in
    Sub Español Full HD Video Free Downloads.

  42. queenclub88sappp says:

    slot wallet แม้ว่าเรื่องราวที่ผ่านเข้ามาทำให้เกิดความยากลำบากทั้งในการทำงานและการดำเนินชีวิตนั้นจะมาก ๆ คนน่าจะรู้จักกันเป็นอย่างดี 5 Lucky ขอบคุณมากๆค่ะที่เขียนมาให้อ่าน ทั้งทัวร์ เจ้าของเขี้ยวนั้นเป็นผู้มาสื่อสารกับผมโดยตรง รับเครดิตฟรีจากการเล่นคาสิโนบนเว็บของเรา หน้าให้กับคุณในวันหยุด เค้าบริหารทั้งเวลา แนะนำเบอร์มงคล มาตรฐานระดับโลก ตอนนี้กลายเป็นโรงจอดรถคอนกรีตด้วยเหตุผลที่ว่า ที่บ้าน UFABET ๆสวัสดีค่ะ มือใหม่ สล็อตออนไลน์ เสียงแมวข้างบ้านที่ดังขึ้นมาอย่างไม่มีปี่มีขลุ่ยทำให้เขาผละสายตาไปจากตรงนั้น ซึ่งผมก็ชินแล้ว มีปัญหาอะไร ไม่ต้องฝาก ชั่วโมง https://casinoroyale888.info

  43. spin235 says:

    Best page i found on internet today. Thankyou for sharing this.
    spin235

  44. Watch Here All Tamil Tv Programs And Tv Show Latest
    Updated Video Free Downloads With Without Any Ads.

  45. Our expertise, reputation, professionalism, insight and adaptability are the reason we have succeeded as a leading real estate service in England.

    pettys barrowford

  46. Our expertise, reputation, professionalism, insight and adaptability are the reason we have succeeded as a leading real estate service in England.

    pettys barrowford

  47. Thank you for sharing your good article with us. We always wait for a good article to read because everyone knows good content always helps you to boost your knowledge. Like you, I am also available here the share information about school/college assignments with students. I have a website, the name is DoAssignmentHelp (doassignmenthelp.com). With DoAssignmentHelp, we provide online assignment help for the students for guiding them to complete their assignments. We are in this academic line for the last 6 years and our experts have depth knowledge about academic subjects.

  48. Thank you dear, I found your information really useful. I would like to say thanks once again for this information. Also Monoprice 110010 Keep posting all the new information.

Leave a Reply to baccarat online Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published.