“In the banking concept of education, knowledge is a gift bestowed by those who consider themselves knowledgeable upon those whom they consider to know nothing... The teacher presents himself to his students as their necessary opposite; by considering their ignorance absolute, he justifies his own existence.”
Quote by Paulo Freire
Work
Pedagogy of the Oppressed: 30th Anniversary Edition
This influential book delves into the relationship between education and social change, offering a critical analysis of traditional educational systems and advocating for a transformative approach to learning that empowers individuals and communities. 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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