ERIC Number: EJ1443088
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023-Jul
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A Resource to Support Decolonization of the Undergraduate Chemistry Curriculum
Kelechi O. Uleanya; Samantha K. Furfari; Leonie C. Jones; Kgato P. Selwe; Amelia B. Milner; Caroline E. H. Dessent
Journal of Chemical Education, v100 n7 p2583-2590 2023
In our taught chemistry curricula, the majority of individuals who are used to illustrate historical aspects of chemistry topics are white, western chemists. Decolonizing the undergraduate chemistry curricula is increasingly recognized as an important step toward developing a more inclusive higher-education environment for students from minoritized ethnic backgrounds. Here, we provide the first openly accessible resource that provides examples of both individual scientists and groups that can be used to illustrate chemistry teaching, and hence provide role model examples of scientists from different cultures. More generally, the resource provides a significant body of examples for chemistry educators to use as they begin working toward decolonizing their curricula.
Descriptors: Chemistry, Science Instruction, Undergraduate Students, Scientists, Diversity, Cultural Differences, Ethnic Groups, Minority Groups, Decolonization, Science Curriculum
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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