Educational and Pedagogical Theory
Total: 4
| Name | Added by | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Paolo Freire: Letter to North American Teachers | J.D.Klein |
This short piece by Paolo Freire explores the political nature of our work as educators and is an essential read for anyone interested in breaking down paradigms of power in our classrooms. Jun 7th, 2012 Manage |
| Paolo Freire: Pedagogy of the Oppressed (Chapter One) | J.D.Klein |
The first chapter of Paolo Freire's Pedagogy of the Oppressed explores the traditional "banking" methods of education, and argues for a shift toward "dialogue-based" methods which empower students toward their own consciousness and liberation. Jun 7th, 2012 Manage |
| Parker Palmer: The Courage to Teach (Chapters 4 & 5) | J.D.Klein |
Parker Palmer's "The Courage to Teach" has long inspired educators to think differently about their role in the classroom. Chapters 4 and 5 offer opportunities to reflect on our identity and practice as educators who want to foster ethical, engaged students. Jun 7th, 2012 Manage |
| Sugata Mitra, TED Talk on how students teach themselves | J.D.Klein |
This excellent TED Talk explores Sugata Mitra's "Hole in the Wall" computer experiment in India--and the not-so-surprising results. Jun 8th, 2012 Manage |