{"product_id":"first-gen-docs-personal-political-and-intellectual-perspectives-from-the-first-generation-doctoral-experience-paperback","title":"First-Gen Docs: Personal, Political, and Intellectual Perspectives from the First-Generation Doctoral Experience - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eCrystena A. H. Parker-Shandal\u003c\/b\u003e (Volume Editor)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis collection is an inspiring compilation of personal narratives that delve into the remarkable journeys of first-generation doctoral graduates in education. It unveils their struggles, triumphs, and transformations as they navigate academia, driven by passion and a commitment to breaking barriers. Their stories depict resilience, resistance, and the pursuit of excellence as they confront the challenges of being the first in their families to embark on the rigorous, intellectually demanding path of obtaining a doctoral degree. From diverse backgrounds, cultures, and disciplines, some of these first-gen docs now serve as advisers to the next generation of doctoral students. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Readers will be captivated by narratives of sacrifice, courage, and academic identity formation, shedding light on the transformative impact on families and communities. \u003ci\u003eFirst-Gen Docs: Personal, Political, and Intellectual Perspectives from the First-Generation Doctoral Experience\u003c\/i\u003e underscores the role of mentors, allies, and inclusivity, inspiring future generations in academia and beyond.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Contributors are: Nur Diyanah Anwar, Miguel Baique, Nina Bascia, Kathy Bickmore, Jinny Menon, Elizabeth Montaño, Newton Asakhulu Mukolwe, R. Nanre Nafziger, Yecid Ortega, Crystena A. H. Parker-Shandal, Rosaisela Rodriguez, Janel Janiczek Smith and Zora Wolfe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrystena A. H. Parker-Shandal\u003c\/b\u003e, PhD (2012), University of Toronto, is Associate Professor of Social Development Studies at Renison University College, University of Waterloo. She is the author of \u003ci\u003eRestorative Justice in the Classroom: Liberating Students' Voices through Relational Pedagogy\u003c\/i\u003e (2022), \u003ci\u003ePeacebuilding, Citizenship, and Identity: Empowering Conflict and Dialogue in Multicultural Classrooms\u003c\/i\u003e (2016), and co-editor of \u003ci\u003eFinding Refuge in Canada: Narratives of Dislocation\u003c\/i\u003e (2021).\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 170\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.43 x 9.23 x 6.17 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 06, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50451863273709,"sku":"9789004690486","price":87.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.webster.direct\/products\/first-gen-docs-personal-political-and-intellectual-perspectives-from-the-first-generation-doctoral-experience-paperback","provider":"Webster.Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}