Need for student agency from "summary" of The Student Guide to Freire's 'Pedagogy of the Oppressed' by Antonia Darder
Student agency is a fundamental concept in education that emphasizes the importance of students taking an active role in their learning process. This idea is rooted in the belief that students should not be passive recipients of knowledge but rather active participants in their own education. When students have agency, they are empowered to make choices about what and how they learn, take ownership of their learning, and develop the skills and confidence to think critically and creatively. This is in contrast to traditional educational models where students are often seen as empty vessels to be filled with knowledge by teachers. Empowering students with agency allows them to engage with the material in a way that is meaningful to them, fostering a deeper understanding and retention of knowledge. This approach also helps to...
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