Visions of the Earth

A Research Experience with Indigenous Women Learning the English language under a Gender –Based, Multilingual, and Multicultural Perspective

Ángela Patricia Velásquez Hoyos, Zoila Liliana Giraldo Martínez

• Publisher: Editorial Universidad de Caldas
• Year: 2025
• eBook ISBN: 9789587596519
• Topic: Education
• Subtopic: Education Theory & Practice

Visions of the Earth is the result of a research project that emerged from a pedagogical experience aimed at bringing English language education to Colombian indigenous women through a gender-based, multilingual, and multicultural lens. Born from a commitment to social justice and educational equity, this book documents the development and implementation of a virtual language project designed to honor cultural identity while fostering academic and linguistic empowerment. The chapters guide readers through the motivations behind the project, its theoretical and methodological foundations, and the practical strategies used in designing a context-sensitive course. Drawing from Critical Race Theory, decolonial approaches to English Language Teaching (ELT), and feminist pedagogy, the authors share narratives and reflective insights that emerged during the implementation of the ""Visions of the Earth"" initiative. This volume highlights the voices and creative written productions of indigenous women participants, showeasing their written work and their transformative journey in language learning. It also presents the experiences and reflections of facilitators navigating the complexities of culturally responsive teaching in digital spaces. With detailed analyses of outcomes, challenges, and implications for future projects. Visions of the Earth offers recommendations for educators, policymakers, and community leaders committed to inclusive, respectful, and sustainable education. It is both a scholarly contribution and a guide for those seeking to support indigenous communities through language education that centers cultural relevance, gender equity, and local knowledge.