Pedagogy of the Oppressed: 50th Anniversary Edition

Written over fifty years ago The Pedagogy of the Oppressed is as relevant today as it was at the time of writing. A foundational teaching and learning approach which underpins current and leading approaches to education such as constructivism and UDL. Through the lens of the extreme scenario of educations role in revolution, Frieda proposes dialogue as the tool by which to design learning curriculum. By implied co-ownership of curriculum design and planning an environment of true and effective learning can occur. The text is bold in drawing comparisons to the oppressor and the opposed in a Colonial, Capitalist political model to the classroom dynamics of educator and student. In the process of such examination the thesis lays out the controlling approaches of such curriculum design approaches of ‘knowledge banking’ and delivery what we now term ‘sage on the stage’ are not only ineffective but are motivated by hierarchical models of maintaining power and control by the ‘oppressor’. Particularly in the ‘West’ where we value the idea of education as a way out of poverty, status and towards freedom, the text questions an educational model which ‘enrols’ people into the systems of a neo-liberal model of ‘oppression’ or truly liberates people through critical thinking to a place where heritage knowledge is valued and truly free. A must read especially following recent world events and a call to action to practice true educational revolution!

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An indesensible text on teaching for the politically engaged educator or the political organizer alike. Macedo's introduction in this edition is informative. This book is often referenced but rarely actually studied--it is about much more than just the "banking model of education" (a concept not even original to Freire, though he coined that phrase), but rather about the pedagogical character of revolution. It is not without its flaws, reflecting some theoretical errors of Freire's various influences, from humanists to phenomenologists, but is essential reading for anyone interested in Marxism, especially those interested in teaching.

Must have. Definitely think this book should be required reading.

This is a dense read, but honestly life changing in terms of its impact on my feelings about educational pedagogy.

Every educator should read this book. The content is relatable in the 21st century. This book will open your eyes to walk in the student's shoes. This book will enhance your teaching skills to make your classroom an inclusive space for all.

This was required for one of our social work research courses at the graduate level. At first, I wasn’t sure what to make of whatever was being presented as a sociopolitical marker— but the current reminder between Antifa & BLM seemed to creep up with the dispersed tonality that shaped being the oppressed from the Oppressor in this relationship. The contents from the author’s point of view was incisive to utilize writing our research papers and as reference material about diversity and inclusion.