Nomological network development for investigating cultural information representation in independent sector dance curricula

Nomological networks exhibit the connectivity among theoretical constructs, derived independent variables, and associated measurement forms integrated within research processes. This paper explores the development of an original nomological network for investigating the representation of cultural information in curricula by independent sector dance educators within a mixed methods case study. The lenses of cultural reproduction theory and critical race theory (CRT) constituted the foundation of the developed network. Subsequent levels in the network reflected independent variables procured from examined theoretical constructs and forms of measure utilized to measure variables, respectively. Developing a nomological network in research processes resulted in heightened researcher understanding relative to the relationship among study components and encouraged relational consistency among study elements. Future research examining cultural information inclusion in dance curricula may benefit from implementing the established network system.