ISBN: 0897891058
Godina izdanja: 1986
Jezik: Engleski
Autor: Strani

Dialogues on Transforming Education

Bergin &Garvey 1986 203 strane

odlična očuvanost

A Pedagogy for Liberation: Dialogues on Transforming Education
is a book consisting of extended conversations between the Brazilian educator Paulo Freire and American educationalist Ira Shor. Published in 1987, the book explores how Freire`s radical ideas on education can be applied in advanced industrial societies.
The two renowned educators share personal experiences and theories on critical pedagogy versus the authoritarian `banking` model of teaching. They also discuss Freire`s work in Guinea-Bissau and Shor`s work in the USA.
Key concepts and goals

Dialogic method and critical pedagogy: The authors promote a democratic and collaborative teaching method that engages teachers and students in dialogue. This dialogical approach challenges the authoritarian tradition where the teacher deposits knowledge into the students, whom they treat as passive receptacles.
Praxis: Freire and Shor describe education as a transformative practice, which Freire defines as `a unity of understanding and action`. This concept emphasizes applying theory to real-world situations and taking action for positive change.
Empowering students to think critically: A central goal is to empower students to think critically about themselves and their relationships with society. This process is central to developing a `critical consciousness` where students analyze oppressive social realities and work toward liberation.
Liberating the classroom: The authors use their own experiences to illustrate how to free the classroom from traditional constraints. They show how dialogue allows teachers and students to become active participants in the learning process.
Connecting education with societal problems: The book illuminates problems within the educational system and links them to broader societal issues. The authors argue for the urgent need to transform the classroom, which can then contribute to transforming society.
Liberation across contexts: The book discusses the need for transformation in both Third and First World contexts, highlighting the universal nature of the struggle for liberation.

Significance
The dialogues in A Pedagogy for Liberation serve as a unique summary of the liberatory approach to education. It provides a rigorous yet informal treatment of critical pedagogy, combining theoretical investigation with practical anecdotes. For educators and activists interested in transformation, the book offers a guiding path toward a more equitable and just society.