In the field of school education and adult education, almost all educators and theorists agree that a fundamental goal is critical thinking and, through it, the empowerment of learners. However, in Greek and international literature, studies explaining what these two concepts contain, how they are interconnected, and how they relate to educational practice are rare.
Alexis Kokkos, with this book, being aware of the reflections developed internationally around emancipatory education and specifically around transformative learning, presents a coherent theoretical basis as well as examples of how we can critically perceive reality and become shapers of our own selves, questioning guiding, alienating assumptions and reshaping stereotypical perceptions that have become dysfunctional.
The book guides readers through the theory of transformative learning and its components, such as critical thinking, reflective dialogue, the reorienting dilemma, and understanding the evolutionary way in which we perceive ourselves and social existence.
It outlines the trends that are forming within this theory, which of them - and for what reasons - the Greek community of emancipatory educators and adult trainers embraces, and how our community contributes to the development of theoretical reflection.
It presents examples and suggestions for educational actions based on experiential learning and critical thinking. Furthermore, it addresses the reasons why engagement with great works of art contributes to the development of critical capability and presents an example of applying the method developed by the author, which has received wide acceptance in Greece and other European countries.
Readers who seek to broaden their theoretical reflection, as well as their ideas for applying emancipatory education, will find in this book a wide range of stimuli for reflection and action.
