Reflecting Transformational Learning and Its Possible Application to the Brazilian Educational System

Authors

  • Matis Wasington Matis Saint Joseph's College of Maine

Keywords:

Education, Transformational Learning, Education Possibilities

Abstract

The educational reality of Brazil has always been the subject of studies and much discussion, which in most cases ended there. On the other hand, Transformational Learning Theory presents extremely interesting possibilities, which in many cases are not explored because of the mantle of some stereotypes created over the years. What we will do here is recall the emergence of this theory, some contributions to it, and try to draw a logic of possibilities in it, for the Brazilian educational system.

Author Biography

Matis Wasington Matis, Saint Joseph's College of Maine

Education is my goal and role in life.

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Published

2021-12-21

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Vol. 8 No. 2 (2021)

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