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“One of my major preoccupations is the approximation between what I say and what I do, between what I seem to be and what I am actually becoming.”

Quote by Paulo Freire

Book:Pedagogy of Freedom: Ethics, Democracy, and Civic Courage

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Pedagogy of Freedom: Ethics, Democracy, and Civic Courage

This book delves into the philosophical underpinnings of education, emphasizing its importance in shaping ethical individuals who are capable of participating in a democratic society with courage and integrity. more

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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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