5001- Literature Review w/ an Anti-Oppressive Lens

Sampling and Bias Another part of the research process includes the sampling method—how researchers obtain the data they need for their research, and measurement—how the understanding of a concept is applied. Measurement includes what variables researchers will use to measure the data. For example, if someone says, “It's warm outside today,” the word “warm” may have a different meaning for different people. If they made the statement, “It's 88 degrees outside with 55% relative humidity,” more specific information is available to create an understanding related to the temperature and humidity. Temperature and humidity might be considered variables. As you have learned during previous weeks of this course, much of the current research has been biased with sample populations which are predominantly Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, Democratic (WEIRD). It is important, therefore, to utilize an anti-oppressive lens as you seek to challenge and dismantle systems of oppression and marginalization. As you consider study variables, you would also want to incorporate theories of power, privilege, and relationships that explain how oppression operates at different levels and how it affects different groups of people based on race, class, gender, sexuality, disability, et cetera (Rogers, 2011). Anti-oppressive research practice often involves drawing a study sample from marginalized or oppressed populations and measuring study variables that can help to shed light on the experiences and perspectives of these groups. By centering the voices and experiences of marginalized individuals and communities, anti-oppressive research can promote social justice and equity. Reference Rogers, J. (2011). Anti-oppressive social work research: Reflections on power in the creation of knowledge. Social Work Education 31(7): 1–14. DOI: 10.1080/02615479.2011.602965 Instruction: For this assignment, you will complete a literature review of anti-oppressive research practices related to a specific economic, cultural, social, and/or environmental justice issue of your choice. Literature Review with an Anti-Oppressive Lens Select, identify, and describe a specific economic, cultural, social, and/or environmental justice issue. (C4.GP.A) Include a current (within the last five years) real-life example. Explain the rationale for selecting this topic. (C4.GP.B) Be sure to include why this topic is important to you. Positionality Reflection Reflect on your positionality using the Anti-Racist Research Individual Action Plan as a guide. (C4.GP.B) Include specific personal examples. Annotated Bibliography Construct an annotated bibliography for each of six scholarly research articles that meet the following criteria: published within the last five years, at least three of the articles must utilize principles of anti-oppressive research practice (AORP). For each article, provide the reference in APA format. Then: For each chosen study, describe the purpose, methodology, outcomes, and how it informs the selected issue. (C4.GP.A) For each chosen study, evaluate the outcomes and how the study utilizes AORP. If the study does not utilize AORP, describe what is needed to integrate AORP into the research. (C4.GP.B) Additional Requirements The assignment you submit is expected to meet the following requirements: Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message. APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to current Evidence and APA standards. Include a cover page and references page. See Evidence and APA Citation for Graduate Learners. Font and font size: Use APA approved font and size. Competencies Measured By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria: Competency 1: Apply research findings to inform and improve practice, policy, and programs. (C4.GP.A) Select, identify, and describe a specific economic, cultural, social, and/or environmental justice issue. (C4.GP.A) Describe the purpose, methodology, outcomes, and how the study informs the selected issue for each chosen study in an annotated bibliography. (C4.GP.A) Competency 2: Identify ethical, culturally informed, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive strategies that address inherent biases for use in quantitative and qualitative research methods to advance the purposes of social work. (C4.GP.B) Explain the rationale for selecting this topic. (C4.GP.B) Reflect on your positionality using the Anti-Racist Research Individual Action Plan as a guide. (C4.GP.B) Evaluate the outcomes and utilization of AORP for each chosen study in an annotated bibliography. If the study does not utilize AORP, describe what is needed to integrate AORP into the research. (C4.GP.B) Competency 3: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the social work profession. Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for members of the social work profession.