Capitalism, Pedagogy, and the Politics of Being

This book investigates the relationship between capitalism and coloniality in society and education,reconceptualizes emancipatory theory and pedagogy,and proposes a new critical imaginary to reorder curriculum,organize learning,and reconstruct pedagogical relationships in a decolonial and democratic commons.

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 21 April 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

This book delves into the intricate relationship between capitalism and coloniality, exploring its profound impact on society and education. By rethinking emancipatory theory and pedagogy, it seeks to redefine our understanding of liberation and empowerment. Author De Lissovoy unveils a logic of violation at the core of capitalist accumulation, emphasizing the need to address the ontological and epistemological orders of domination that shape subjectivity. Through a systematic exploration of Marxism, Latin American decolonial thought, and critical pedagogy, De Lissovoy demonstrates how a new critical imaginary can reshape curriculum in schools and educational spaces, fostering a form of learning that transcends the capitalist imperatives of imposition and exploitation. Moreover, he proposes the reconstruction of pedagogical relationships in the spirit of a decolonial and democratic commons, aiming to create more inclusive and equitable learning environments. This thought-provoking work offers valuable insights into the ongoing struggle for social and educational transformation, challenging us to confront the legacies of colonialism and work towards a more just and liberated world.

This book delves into the intricate relationship between capitalism and coloniality, exploring its profound impact on society and education. By rethinking emancipatory theory and pedagogy, it seeks to redefine our understanding of liberation and empowerment. Author De Lissovoy unveils a logic of violation at the core of capitalist accumulation, emphasizing the need to address the ontological and epistemological orders of domination that shape subjectivity. Through a systematic exploration of Marxism, Latin American decolonial thought, and critical pedagogy, De Lissovoy demonstrates how a new critical imaginary can reshape curriculum in schools and educational spaces, fostering a form of learning that transcends the capitalist imperatives of imposition and exploitation. Moreover, he proposes the reconstruction of pedagogical relationships in the spirit of a decolonial and democratic commons, aiming to create more inclusive and equitable learning environments. This thought-provoking work offers valuable insights into the ongoing struggle for social and educational transformation, challenging us to confront the legacies of colonialism and work towards a more just and liberated world.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350157453