"La educación liberadora consiste en actos de cognición no transferencias de información."
— Paulo Freire
Simplified Meaning:
Real learning involves understanding and thinking deeply about what you are studying, not just memorizing facts. Imagine planting a garden. If you only sprinkle seeds and walk away, you might grow some plants, but they won’t flourish. However, if you take time to learn about the soil, the amount of water, and the right amount of sunlight, your garden will thrive. Similarly, in education, it’s important to engage with new ideas, question them, and make connections. For example, in history class, merely memorizing dates and names isn’t enough. Truly learning history means understanding the causes and consequences of events, and how they shape the world today. This approach to learning helps you become a more thoughtful and knowledgeable person.
