References: Exploring the Layers of Scholarly Influence & Uncovering Funds of Knowledge

Introduction:

• Welcome back to Black-Liberation.Tech, hosted by Dr. Renee Jordan.
• Discussing a blog post titled "References have References" from June 2018.

Main Story:

• Dr. Jordan's first conference presentation at the American Educational Research Association's Annual Meeting in April 2017.
• Recounting an encounter with a Mexican-American doctoral student during a poster session.
• The student’s research on volunteer work choices of high-achieving, Mexican-American students attending local colleges despite having full scholarships to more selective schools.

Key Points:

1. Importance of discussing your work with others to gain new insights.
2. Faculty advisors may not always have expertise in your specific area of research.
3. Engaging in academic conferences and discussions can help identify gaps and provide new directions.
4. The concept of "Funds of Knowledge" and its role in understanding research phenomena.

Reflection:

• Encouragement to share your work in formal and informal settings to get valuable feedback.
• The significance of making your dissertation work understandable to a broad audience.
• The value of talking to people outside your field for fresh perspectives.

Conclusion:

• Encouragement to maintain curiosity and open-mindedness in research.
• Importance of revisiting literature and seeking new references.
• Final thoughts on the benefits of engaging with others about your work.

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