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“The teacher is no longer merely the-one-who-teaches, but one who is him/herself taught in dialogue with the students, who in turn while being taught also teach. They become jointly responsible for a process in which all grow.”

Quote by Paulo Freire

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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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