Talk:Standpoint theory

This journal article^[1] from the Dhaulagiri Journal of Sociology & Anthropology appears to support that specific claim. I am not familiar with the subject, but it seems like it could be used as a source for that claim. Padgriffin ^{Griffin's Nest} 04:06, 1 August 2022 (UTC)

Thank you for looking; might be useful for working into the rest of the parts of the article that are uncited. I think there needs to be more explanation about what's wrong with that graf to justify a graf deletion (more than just that "it's an opinion", since this the lead and I thought it was a fine summary/explanation of contents of the article). I've taken a stab at an edit, with a citation to the Britannica page that was already in the references section. —Wingedserif (talk) 10:26, 1 August 2022 (UTC)

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The article is well structured, organized and cited. At the top of the page, there is a recommendation, from Wikipedia, not to delete the page. This is because the content of Standpoint Theory is used as an important part of Standpoint Feminism Theory. The lead section in this article could be improved. It should summarize the whole content of the article with less details. Structurally, the headings are consistent but the article lacks some supporting visual images. Adding these images, especially to the “Key Concepts” section, would improve the quality. The article is well linked to other Wikipedia pages. Organizationally, the section transitions complement each other and provide a broad information of this important theory. However, I would categorize the “Applications” section and give some useful examples. I would mention refugees, as one of the marginalized groups, and bring to the article some supporting sources on how refugees’ perceptions are reshaped when their social and political experiences change. CD1074 (talk) 10:56, 12 October 2022 (UTC)

Citations 9 and 29 appear to be the same. Is there any reason for this? - Yingtao Hanbao (talk) 22:59, 13 October 2022 (UTC)

Hi, I am a student from Georgetown University, and I am requested to peer review this Wikipedia page.

This page has been organized structurally in its historic, conceptual, and practical sections which are arranged thoroughly but not redundant. And there are plenty of citations, especially for Wikipedia-linked citations.

To provide some further improving advice, adding more applications other than gender (especially familism) can supplement and update the latest academic focus on standpoint theory because standpoint feminism serves as another independent Wikipedia page. For example, children and colored groups could be researched under the standpoint theory. I list some alternative readings for further usage:

Camille, W. C. (2003). The detrimental impact of teacher bias: Lessons learned from the standpoint of african american mothers. Teacher Education Quarterly, 30(2), 101-116. Retrieved from https://www.proquest.com/scholarly-journals/detrimental-impact-teacher-bias-lessons-learned/docview/222878167/se-2

           This paper research educational inequitable in the marginalized environment of an African female group.

Medina-Minton, N. (2019). Are Children an Oppressed Group? Positing a Child Standpoint Theory. Child & Adolescent Social Work Journal, 36(5), 439–447. https://doi-org.proxy.library.georgetown.edu/10.1007/s10560-018-0579-8

           This paper combines the oppressed phenomenon of children with standpoint theory, and frequently raises the concept of “Child standpoint theory (CST)”. Srk2310 (talk) 09:01, 18 October 2022 (UTC)

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Under the heading "Criticisms", in the second paragraph the fourth (and final) sentence states "Intentional overbalance of power, or revenge, can manifest as justification for extremism and militarism, which can sometimes be seen in more extreme forms of feminism" (emphasis added). It seems to me that in this context the word they were intending to use was "militancy". I am unaware of any examples of a nexus of feminism and militarism. Any objections to my changing this to "militancy"? Bricology (talk) 11:23, 2 March 2023 (UTC)

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Hi there! This is a student from Georgetown University, and I have been assigned to do a peer review on this page. This Wikipedia page describes the origins, construction and evolution of the theory. As a highly subjective and controversial theory, this page also leads to other further refinements of the theory, such as Martin Nakata 's Indigenous standpoint theory, which ensures that the researcher maintains relative objectivity, and that the application of the theory respects and protects the ideology and behavioral patterns of those who express the “subjective” standpoint. The “subjective” standpoint expresses the ideology and behavioral patterns of the person. Other than this, I think the page could be improved in the following ways:

1: Further improvements could include the addition of charts, diagrams, or timelines, which would provide a more visual representation of the evolution of positional theory, especially the various versions and application scenarios over time. For example, a visualization showing the origins of the theory, the major contributors, and the relationships between the refined sub-theories could help readers more clearly understand how standpoint theory has evolved from its origins to its development into multiple schools of thought.

2: This theory is controversial because of its emphasis on unique intergroup perspectives and has been criticized for its lack of scientific objectivity due to its “subjectivity.” This page could present the strengths and weaknesses of standpoint theory more systematically by adding more dualistic analytical frameworks. For this section, consider Alison Wylie's “Why Standpoint Matters.” In this scholarly journal, she discusses the importance of standpoint theory in the philosophy of science and analyzes how different standpoints affect knowledge production. She also mentions the controversial nature of theories, especially the balance between subjectivity and scientific objectivity.

Wylie, A. (2012). Feminist Philosophy of Science: Standpoint Matters. Proceedings and Addresses of the American Philosophical Association, 86(2), 47–76. http://www.jstor.org/stable/43661298

3: Standpoint theory has been applied in numerous cultural contexts, such as minority studies, colonial studies, and gender studies. However, this page currently lacks a detailed discussion of these specific applications. Specific examples of how standpoint theory has been applied in different cultural contexts could be added. Trevzt (talk) 22:23, 27 October 2024 (UTC)

Standpoint Theory is often applied in gender and migration studies. For instance, Nancy Hartsock’s work explores the different treatment women experience in the workplace due to their gendered standpoint. Similarly, Sara Ahmed uses this theory in her research to analyze the adaptation and identity conflicts faced by immigrants in foreign countries.

Hartsock, N. (1983). The Feminist Standpoint: Developing the Ground for a Specifically Feminist Historical Materialism. In S. Harding & M. B. Hintikka (Eds.), Discovering Reality (pp. 283–310). Dordrecht: Springer.

Ahmed, S. (2000). Strange Encounters: Embodied Others in Post-Coloniality. Routledge. Chenhao Duan (talk) 10:38, 1 November 2024 (UTC)

Standpoint theory wasn't named by Marx, but it's based on his ideas. Marx put forth the idea that the working class (proletariat) have a deeper understanding of society and how it works then the ruling class (bourgeoisie). This justifies the workers seizing the means of production, based on their standpoint. Feminist Standpoint Theory takes that idea and applies it to female experience; that women, through their experiences, have a unique standpoint, and it's further involved into a more intersectional view. I'm putting this comment here, because much of the article is excellent in regards to what standpoint developed to be, but it should be easy to source it's origins once you know to look for it, making the article more accurate. Denaar (talk) 21:17, 11 September 2025 (UTC)