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The Critical Quantitative Methods Work Week Planning Committee is thrilled to invite you to participate in the Critical Quantitative Methods Work Week, a dynamic, virtual, and zero-fee event designed to foster collaboration and advance the field of Critical Quantitative Methods. This event will bring together faculty, students, and practitioners to engage in meaningful discussions, share innovative research, and collectively explore the theoretical, pedagogical, and practical dimensions of our field.
The title of our Work Week pays homage to the groundbreaking Erste Marxistische Arbeitswoche of 1923, that took place over eight days in May 1923 in Geraberg, Germany, organized by the newly founded Institute for Social Research (Frankfurt School). The conference addressed three themes: contemporary crisis problems, methodological questions, and organizational questions of Marxist research, establishing a model for rigorous collective theoretical inquiry.
The Critical Quantitative Methods Work Week honors this tradition by convening scholars committed to rigorous inquiry within critical frameworks. Like the 1923 gathering, it creates space for collective strategizing during challenging political times, fostering community among researchers dedicated to advancing democratic and liberatory knowledge production.
Work Week Themes
Our discussions and presentations will be guided by three key themes:
| Pedagogy | Theory | Practice |
|---|---|---|
| Explores effective and critical approaches to teaching quantitative methods. | Examines the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of quantitative inquiry within critical frameworks. | Discusses the application of critical quantitative methods in diverse fields and addressing real-world challenges. |
Work Week Engagement
There are two ways to engage in the Work Week.
- Presenters share their research and work through 60-minute sessions, contributing to the advancement of Critical Quantitative Methods by presenting studies grounded in critical theory frameworks that challenge traditional quantitative paradigms and center justice, equity, and liberation.
- Attendees participate in discussions and interact with presenters and each other to advance their own work and research, engaging in meaningful dialogue that fosters collaboration, builds community, and collectively explores theoretical, pedagogical, and practical dimensions of the field.
All attendees and presenters must register using the Participant Registration Form.
Work Week Materials
- Workshop Roster View the list and description of the Work Week sessions
- Work Week Downloads Includes Work Week materials and files
Connect with Us
Join our private LinkedIn group to connect with other attendees, share insights, and continue the conversation before, during, and after the event: Critical Quantitative Methods Work Week Group.