experience they can draw upon is from someone else's narration of their individual experience, like in a book, then they will not really have the emotion to go along with the experience, or the hands on attitude that comes with facing a problem and having the relief of getting through it. In other words, without having really gone into the world and experienced life, one would still be seen as unsuccessful in Freire's eyes, since only with a well balanced education along with life experience can one achieve success. Although Paolo Freire worked mostly with the impoverished of Brazil, there is no question in my mind that his ideas are valid and could shed some hope in our own society. It is time we realize that education is the prime motivator for living a healthy, more meaningful life. If those of us who have the ability could take the time to help teach those in need, using a style like Freire's that they would benefit from, there is surely going to be some positive changes in our society. Freire is seen as one of the greatest educators, and it is clear why. His ability to step away from the situation and look towards the ignored shed light on a subject that was in desperate need of attention. ...
