Am Psychol July 2024 PMID 39037839

Epistemic exclusion: A theory for understanding racism in faculty research evaluations.

Isis H Settles, Martinque K Jones, NiCole T Buchanan, Kristie Dotson, Petal Grower, Michael O'Rourke, Marisa Rinkus, Kyjeila Latimer

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The overall tone reflects a recognition of the article’s significance, with mentions of studies on academic exclusion, diversity strategies, and calls to improve faculty evaluation processes. Words like 'important' and phrases such as 'addressing biases' convey a sense of urgency and relevance, fostering a moderate but meaningful level of engagement and agreement.

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Most discussions recognize and support the core ideas of the article, emphasizing its relevance to issues of bias and equity in academia.

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Participants show moderate curiosity, highlighting the importance of inclusive environments and the need to address epistemic exclusion.

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Responses reference related research and strategies, indicating a thoughtful and analytical approach to understanding the article’s implications.

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The discussions suggest that the article resonates with ongoing debates about diversity and research evaluation reforms, possibly influencing future practices.

Abstract in brief

The article introduces the concept of epistemic exclusion as a key barrier to increasing diversity among faculty in academia, highlighting how biases about research quality and identity often lead to the systematic devaluation of marginalized scholars.
Epistemic exclusion occurs both formally, through evaluation criteria and processes, and informally, via interpersonal interactions, which can limit marginalized faculty's opportunities for recognition, promotion, and tenure.
The authors suggest that addressing epistemic exclusion is essential for promoting equity and diversification in higher education, and they propose strategies to make faculty evaluation practices more just and inclusive.]

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