“It would be extremely naive to expect the dominant classes to develop a type of education that would enable subordinate classes to perceive social injustices critically.”
Quote by Paulo Freire
Work
The Politics of Education: Culture, Power, and Liberation
This book delves into the complex relationship between education and political ideologies, examining how cultural factors and power structures shape educational policies and practices. It discusses the concept of liberation within the context of education and its potential to transform societal structures. more
Author
Paulo Freire
Brazilian educator, born on September 19, 1921, and died on May 2, 1997. Paulo Freire is renowned for his critical pedagogy theories and contributions to adult education. more
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