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Gramsci and Educational Thought

Gramsci and Educational Thought

Peter Mayo
2010
2010

Abstract

Through a series of writings from international scholars, Gramsci and Educational Thought pays tribute to the educational influence of Antonio Gramsci, considered one of the greatest social thinkers and political theorists of the 20th century.

  • Represents sound social theory and a broad application and reinvention of Gramsci’s ideas
  • Covers important areas such as language and education, community education, and social work education
  • Features perspectives from different geographical contexts

Abstract

Through a series of writings from international scholars, Gramsci and Educational Thought pays tribute to the educational influence of Antonio Gramsci, considered one of the greatest social thinkers and political theorists of the 20th century.

  • Represents sound social theory and a broad application and reinvention of Gramsci’s ideas
  • Covers important areas such as language and education, community education, and social work education
  • Features perspectives from different geographical contexts

Social Movements

Feminist, Socialist movements

Keywords

Class, Gender, Globalization, Latin America, Nonformal Education, Praxis

Theme

Theoretical Perspectives on Social Movements and Education