Understanding Africentricity in Adult Education with Dr. Susan Brigham

Sep 13, 2023 · 55m 4s
Understanding Africentricity in Adult Education with Dr. Susan Brigham
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In this episode, the hosts and the guest discuss the need to recognize diverse learning contexts and narratives, the importance of addressing social justice, and the politics behind determining "good...

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In this episode, the hosts and the guest discuss the need to recognize diverse learning contexts and narratives, the importance of addressing social justice, and the politics behind determining "good learning" in adult education. Dr. Brigham emphasizes the transformative potential of exploring different ideas, theories, and ideological perspectives, such as Africentricity (no, that is not a spelling mistake), to move society forward. They also delve into the significance of the critical legacy in adult education and the exploration of unconventional forms of knowledge sharing.

Dr. Susan M. Brigham is a distinguished professor at Mount Saint Vincent University in the Faculty of Education. Her teaching journey began in diverse locations such as Ireland, Kuwait, and Canada. She later taught at the University of Alberta and Athabasca University. Dr. Brigham's research spans topics like Lifelong Learning, International/Intercultural education, Immigration/Integration Issues, and Feminism. She has been an educational consultant for global institutions like the World Bank and has presented her findings worldwide.

Kumar, R., & Hurley, S. (Hosts). (2023, September 5). Susan Brigham - Understanding Africentricity in Adult Education [Audio podcast episode]. In Adult Education: Beyond the Textbook – Then and Now. VoiceEd Radio. https://voiced.ca/podcast_episode_post/understanding-africentricity-in-adult-education-with-dr-susan-brigham/
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