Expanding the Possibilities of Qualitative Inquiry: A Review of Critical Autoethnograpy: Intersecting Cultural Identities in Everyday Life

Abstract

Critical Autoethnography: Intersecting Cultural Identities in Everyday Life is a groundbreaking collection in which Boylorn and Orbe expand the possibilities of qualitative inquiry by including 13 page-turning chapters that merge autoethnography with critical theory to situate lived experiences within larger systems of power. Throughout this review, I provide a brief overview of the collection, describe the strengths in terms of writing and organization, as well as critique the pragmatic potential. I conclude by describing how and why this collection is a valuable resource for those who practice qualitative methodology for the sake of social change.

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“…Our autoethnographic work for this study is critical in that its purpose is to analyze and interpret the role of our experiences on our development as teachers ( Benoit, 2016 ), particularly within larger systems of power such as schools ( Rennels, 2014 ). This work is also critical in its collaborative nature.…”