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ERIC Number: EJ1467813
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2025
Pages: 14
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: ISSN-0013-1857
EISSN: EISSN-1469-5812
Available Date: 0000-00-00
The Polyphonic Relational Epistemology
Educational Philosophy and Theory, v57 n3 p248-261 2025
This paper introduces the concept of polyphonic relational epistemology, an extension of relational epistemology that emphasizes knowledge as a dialogic and multivocal process. Drawing on Mikhail Bakhtin's theory of polyphony, the paper argues that the act of knowing emerges from the interaction of multiple, irreducible voices. This approach challenges traditional epistemological frameworks that prioritize individual coherence and logical consistency, proposing instead a view of truth as a dynamic interplay of diverse perspectives. The paper examines the contributions of key scholars in relational epistemology, such as Kenneth Gergen, Barbara Thayer-Bacon, and Lorraine Code, and builds upon their insights to develop a polyphonic understanding of knowledge. The practical implications of polyphonic relational epistemology are explored in the context of education, highlighting its potential to foster inclusive and collaborative learning environments. By embracing the complexity and multiplicity of human experience, polyphonic relational epistemology offers a rich framework for rethinking the nature of knowledge and its role in our lives. The paper concludes by outlining avenues for future scholarship, including empirical research, interdisciplinary approaches, and the integration of technology, to further refine and apply this conceptual framework in educational practice and beyond.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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Author Affiliations: 1National Institute on AI in Society, California State University, Sacramento, Sacramento, CA, USA