Routledge Handbook of Academic Knowledge Circulation

This book explores the processes of knowledge circulation through the perspective of scholars from outside of Anglo-American paradigms. It demonstrates that analyzing knowledge circulation requires ontological and epistemic commitments that impact its conceptualization and methodologies. The book offers a broad and cutting-edge overview of outstanding research on academic knowledge circulation from diverse viewpoints and disciplines. It is structured in seven sections and will be essential reading for academics, researchers, and postgraduate researchers in the humanities and social sciences interested in the circulation of knowledge.

Format: Hardback
Length: 604 pages
Publication date: 30 June 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Knowledge is an ever-evolving tapestry woven through continuous processes of circulation. In this groundbreaking and accessible volume, a diverse array of scholars from diverse backgrounds come together to explore these intricate processes from a fresh perspective, transcending the confines of Anglo-American paradigms. Through a comprehensive synthesis of literature reviews, cutting-edge research examples, and in-depth case studies, the chapters herein unveil the intricate tapestry of knowledge circulation, unveiling the ontological and epistemic commitments that shape its conceptualization and methodologies.

Spanning a wide spectrum of disciplines, including anthropology, economics, history, political science, sociology, and Science & Technology Studies (STS), this multidisciplinary collection offers a panoramic and cutting-edge exploration of the forefront of academic knowledge circulation. Drawing from a rich tapestry of perspectives, the book is organized into seven insightful sections: (i) delving into key concepts in studying the circulation of academic knowledge; (ii) unraveling the spaces and actors that propel knowledge exchange; (iii) examining the role of academic media in shaping knowledge dissemination; (iv) delving into the political economy of academic knowledge circulation; (v) exploring the geographies, geopolitics, and historical legacies that shape the global flow of academic knowledge; (vi) exploring the intricate interplay between academic and extra-academic knowledge; and (vii) exploring methodological approaches to unraveling the complexities of the circulation of academic knowledge.

This handbook is a vital resource for academics, researchers, and postgraduate scholars in the humanities and social sciences who are passionate about understanding the intricate dynamics of knowledge circulation. It provides a comprehensive roadmap for navigating the complexities of this field, offering insights, frameworks, and methodologies to deepen our understanding of the ever-evolving landscape of knowledge exchange.

Weight: 1320g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032269511