Publications [#384050] of Dorsa Amir

Chapters in Books

1. Davis, HE; Amir, D; Badiani, F; Kline, M; Ndlovu, N; Pope-Caldwell, S; Rawlings, B; Rosun, N; Wen, N "Studying childhood learning across cultures." A Field Guide to Cross Cultural Research on Childhood Learning Theoretical Methodological Practical and Ethical Considerations for an Interdisciplinary Field. May, 2025: 1-28. [doi]
   (last updated on 2026/01/17)

   Abstract:
   This opening chapter outlines this book's agenda: to promote a comprehensive, culturally informed approach to studying childhood, and to critically examine the predominance of westerncentric methodologies in developmental research. By integrating insights from evolutionary, anthropological, and psychological viewpoints, this chapter underscores the importance of investigating the cultural factors that influence child development and learning processes during childhood. Emphasizing the significance of incorporating Indigenous and local perspectives, we advocate for a more inclusive and culturally attuned approach. Finally, we support a mixed-methods approach as a means to enhance the credibility and ecological applicability of research outcomes, paving the way for a more comprehensive understanding of childhood in diverse cultural contexts.