Indigenous Materials in Libraries and the Curriculum: Latin American and Latinx Sources

The book Indigenous Materials in Libraries and the Curriculum: Latin American and Latinx Sources advocates for a decolonial approach to engaging with Indigenous peoples' creative work to raise awareness of different epistemologies and promote healing within the learning community. It suggests ways for faculty and librarians to collaborate in developing inclusive library collections and curricula that support Indigenous peoples' land reclamation and language preservation. Additionally, it proposes a non-hegemonic curriculum in Indigenous languages and cultures for students from multicultural backgrounds, particularly Latinx students of Indigenous descent. The book aims to facilitate the participation of Indigenous peoples in scholarly conversations and counter epistemic and material extractivism, ultimately transforming higher education's scaffolding in the face of the global climate crisis.

Format: Hardback
Length: 94 pages
Publication date: 01 May 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Indigenous Materials in Libraries and the Curriculum: Latin American and Latinx Sources advocates for a decolonial engagement with Indigenous peoples' creative work to raise awareness of diverse epistemologies and promote healing within the learning community. This book delves into how faculty and librarians can collaborate to create inclusive library collections and curricula by supporting Indigenous peoples' reclamation of lands and languages. The authors offer practical strategies for building and disseminating collections that showcase the work of Indigenous creators from Latin America, while also addressing historical erasure and misrepresentation. Special attention is given to developing a non-hegemonic curriculum in Indigenous languages and cultures for faculty and students from multicultural backgrounds, particularly Latinx students of Indigenous descent. Ultimately, the book aims to facilitate the participation of Indigenous peoples in the scholarly conversation to counter epistemic and material extractivism and transform the scaffolding of higher education in the context of the current global climate crisis.

Indigenous Materials in Libraries and the Curriculum draws inspiration from a transhemispheric vision to foster dialogue between Indigenous peoples from Latin America (Abiayala) and North America (Turtle Island). This book will be of interest to academics, librarians, students, and activists who are passionate about Indigenous languages and cultures, decolonization, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, and library collection development policies that prioritize non-hegemonic narratives. By engaging with the rich tapestry of Indigenous knowledge and perspectives, this book offers valuable insights into the ongoing struggle for justice, equality, and cultural preservation.

Weight: 350g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032618494