A Pedagogy of Faith: The Theological Vision of Paulo Freire
Ebook
This is the first book-length study in English to investigate Freire's landmark educational theory and practice through the lens of his lifelong Catholicism. A Pedagogy of Faith explores this often-overlooked dimension of one of the most globally prominent and influential educational thinkers of the past fifty years. Leopando illustrates how vibrant currents within twentieth-century Catholic theology shaped central areas of Freire's thought and activism, especially his view of education as a process of human formation in light of the divinely-endowed “vocation” of persons to shape culture, society, and history.
With the contemporary resurgence of authoritarian political and cultural forces throughout much of the world, Freire's theologically-grounded affirmation of radical democracy, social justice, historical possibility, and the absolute dignity of the human person remains as vital and relevant as ever.
The first book-length study that investigates Freire's educational philosophy and activism through the lens of his lifelong Catholicism.
First book-length study to explore Freire's educational philosophy and activism in light of his lifelong Catholicism
Freire remains a continuing reference point in educational discourse in university courses and adult education
Considers the implications of the theological dimension of Freire's work for current educational philosophy and practice
Incorporates Freire's late and posthumously published works, which contain some of his most autobiographical and theological reflections
Introduction
1. Freire's Life and Educational Praxis
2. Freire and Brazilian Catholic Left Movement
3. Freire and Catholic Theologies of the Person
4. Freire and Liberation Theology
5. Freire, Neoliberalism, and Integral Pedagogy
Conclusion
Bibliography
Index
Popularly known as the “father” of critical pedagogy, Paulo Freire has been an influential presence on people from the world-over and across disciplines. What is less known about Freire, however, is the fact that a foundational cornerstone that filtered his thought, philosophy, and activism was his Catholic Christian faith. Enter A Pedagogy of Faith: The Theological Imagination of Paulo Freire by Irwin Leopando, who thoughtfully illuminates how Freire's faith significantly shaped who he was. A fascinating, scholarly read.
Future educators of faith, who I teach, will be inspired by how Freire tapped into his faith to change the world. I will add this book to my list of recommended reads and look forward to the students who thank me for asking them to consider it.
- Title: A Pedagogy of Faith: The Theological Vision of Paulo Freire
- Author: Irwin Leopando
- Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
- Print Publication Date: 2017
- Logos Release Date: 2024
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Ebook
- ISBNs: 9781472579263, 9781472579805, 1472579801, 1472579267
- Resource ID: LLS:9781472579263
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2024-04-09T11:13:15Z
Irwin Leopando is Associate Professor of English at LaGuardia Community College, the City University of New York, USA. He has worked closely with Ira Shor, who co-authored A Pedagogy for Liberation with Paulo Freire in 1987.