Identidade
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Understanding of Identity in Theological Contexts
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Cultural Identity and Representation:
The journal emphasizes the importance of cultural identity, exploring how various communities, particularly Afro-Brazilian and indigenous groups, express their identities through art, religion, and social practices. - Interdisciplinary Approaches to Education:
A significant focus is placed on the development of educational practices that are inclusive of ethnic-racial relations, emphasizing the need for curricula that reflect diverse cultural backgrounds and experiences. - Racial and Social Justice:
The journal addresses issues of racism and social injustice, analyzing historical and contemporary forms of discrimination and proposing ways to combat these through education and awareness. - Religious Practices and Beliefs:
There is a strong emphasis on the study of Afro-Brazilian religions, such as Candomblé and Umbanda, exploring their cultural significance and the role they play in community identity and resistance. - Ethnomathematics and Cultural Knowledge:
The journal promotes the integration of ethnomathematics into educational practices, highlighting the importance of acknowledging and valuing local knowledge systems in mathematics education.
Trending and Emerging
- Decolonial and Anti-Racist Education:
Recent publications are increasingly centered around decolonial approaches to education, emphasizing anti-racist pedagogies that challenge dominant narratives and empower marginalized voices. - Intercultural and Interdisciplinary Curricula:
There is a growing trend towards developing intercultural curricula that incorporate diverse cultural perspectives, particularly those of Afro-Brazilian and indigenous communities, reflecting a commitment to inclusivity in education. - Social Movements and Public Policies:
An emerging focus on the role of social movements in shaping public policies related to race and identity, indicating a recognition of the importance of activism in the academic discourse. - Cultural Practices and Community Resilience:
There is an increased interest in exploring cultural practices as forms of resistance and resilience within communities, particularly in the context of Afro-Brazilian religions and traditions. - Ethnomathematics and Cultural Relevance in STEM:
The integration of ethnomathematics into STEM education is gaining traction, highlighting the need for mathematics education to be relevant to the cultural contexts of students.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Eurocentric Educational Models:
There is a noticeable decline in discussions centered around traditional Eurocentric educational models, indicating a shift towards more inclusive and culturally responsive pedagogies that prioritize Afro-Brazilian and indigenous perspectives. - General Discussions on Racism without Specific Contexts:
Broad discussions surrounding racism that do not delve into specific cultural or community contexts are becoming less frequent, as the journal increasingly focuses on targeted analyses of racism as it pertains to specific groups. - Historical Narratives Detached from Contemporary Issues:
The journal has increasingly moved away from purely historical analyses that do not connect to contemporary social issues, indicating a preference for discussions that link past injustices to present-day realities and activism. - Non-Interdisciplinary Approaches:
There is a waning interest in non-interdisciplinary approaches to research, with a greater push towards integrating multiple disciplines to provide a richer, more nuanced understanding of identity and culture.
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