Education: Pedagogy of the Oppressed

Explore the profound impact of Paulo Freire's Pedagogy of the Oppressed in this insightful course. Considered a cornerstone of critical pedagogy and progressive education, this course delves into Freire's seminal work, offering valuable perspectives for teachers, students, scholars, and activists alike. Gain a deeper understanding of the world and be inspired to contribute to a more just and equitable society.

This course utilizes engaging video lectures, featuring chapter-by-chapter discussions of Freire's core concepts, followed by in-depth explorations of the underlying philosophy.

Upon completion, you will be able to:

• Identify how oppressive systems maintain dehumanizing structures.
• Differentiate between traditional, top-down education ("Banking Education") and Freire's vision of problem-solving education.
• Understand how education can be a powerful tool for emancipation.
• Develop liberatory curriculum that fosters critical thinking.
• Learn strategies for enacting social change that empowers individuals to become autonomous and free social beings.

Beyond the video lectures, you'll have access to supplementary textual resources, links to extended video content, and resources available on the instructor's website. Your feedback is highly valued! Please feel free to connect through the course messaging system with any questions, queries, or suggestions for course improvement.