Unlearning colonial perspectives in psychology of education.

Abstract

This chapter explores how we should unlearn colonial narratives in the field of Psychology of Education. We know that Psychology has historically been shaped by ethnocentric and Western perspectives, which has often excluded the voices and experiences of non-Western, female, and marginalised groups. This exclusion continues to reinforce a biased understanding of human development and behaviour, perpetuating and contributing to exclusionary practices. This chapter discusses how we can integrate diverse perspectives into academic knowledge and highlights the importance of reflexivity and “unlearning” of entrenched biases as part of a broader decolonising effort, encouraging both educators and students to critically examine their own positionality. This chapter advocates for a broader Psychology of Education curriculum to create a learning environment where all students feel represented, and have a sense of belonging and equity.