Patti Lather Boeken

Exploring the evolution of feminist methodology, this work highlights the author's journey and contributions to the field. It delves into the intersection of feminism and research practices, emphasizing the importance of gender perspectives in methodological approaches. Through critical analysis and personal reflections, the author advocates for a more inclusive and equitable framework in research, aiming to empower marginalized voices and challenge traditional paradigms. This book serves as both a scholarly resource and a call to action for future feminist researchers.

The book offers a curated collection of Patti Lather's significant contributions to educational research, showcasing key texts, articles, and findings that highlight her impact on the field. It provides a chronological exploration of her work, allowing readers to trace the evolution of her ideas and methodologies. This compilation not only reflects Lather's theoretical and practical advancements but also connects various themes, offering insights into the development of (post)critical methodologies in education.

Situated in education policy analysis, this book is at the cutting edge of major debates across the social sciences regarding the nature of science, qualitative/quantitative tensions, post-foundational possibilities, and the research/policy nexus. Located between «the aftermath of poststructuralism» and the «new scientism» afoot in neoliberal audit culture, the book posits an engaged social science that is accountable to complexity and the political value of not being so sure. Its insistence is to put deconstruction to work in the midst of messiness, contingency, and ambiguity. The book will be useful in courses on education, feminist policy analysis, and qualitative research across disciplines.