Freire (Paulo Freire)

Paulo Freire was a Brazilian educator and philosopher known for his ideas on literacy and social change. He believed education should be a dialogue between teachers and students, empowering learners to critically examine their environment and challenge inequality. Instead of rote memorization, Freire emphasized active participation and critical thinking. His approach aims to foster awareness of social injustices and encourage learners to become agents of change. His influential work, "Pedagogy of the Oppressed," underscores education as a tool for liberation and transforming society.