The Pedagogy of the Oppressed (Paulo Freire)

*The Pedagogy of the Oppressed* by Paulo Freire emphasizes education as a dialogue that empowers learners to challenge social injustices. Instead of traditional rote learning, it promotes critical thinking, where students and teachers learn from each other through conversation. Freire advocates for a participatory approach that encourages individuals to recognize and transform oppressive systems. The goal is to foster awareness and enable learners to become active agents of change in their communities, rather than passive recipients of knowledge. This approach aims to create a more just and equitable society through education that is collaborative and contextually relevant.