The goal is liberation for all from "summary" of Pedagogy of the Oppressed by Paulo Freire
The ultimate aim of education should be the liberation of all individuals from oppression. This liberation is not limited to just a few privileged individuals, but rather it encompasses all members of society. In order to achieve this goal, educators must first recognize the oppressive structures that exist within society and within the educational system itself. Oppression takes many forms, including economic exploitation, political marginalization, and cultural domination. These oppressive structures serve to keep certain groups of people in a state of subjugation and prevent them from realizing their full potential. By working to dismantle these structures, educators can help to create a more just and equitable society where all individuals have the opportunity to thrive. In order to achieve this liberation, educato...
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