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Critical theory
About: Critical theory is a research topic. Over the lifetime, 5372 publications have been published within this topic receiving 164765 citations.
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24 Jul 2002
TL;DR: In this paper, a text which is organised with a reflective approach to social work is presented, where discussion and description of theories and practices are interspersed with exercises, which serve to engage the reader in an interactive thinking process.
Abstract: This is a text which is organised with a reflective approach to social work. The discussion and description of theories and practices is interspersed with exercises, which serve to engage the reader in an interactive thinking process. Author is from Deakin University.
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TL;DR: In this article, a tripartite theoretical framework is proposed to support an alternative, transformative pedagogy, where students learn to perceive social, political, and economic contradictions, and to take action against the oppressive elements of reality.
Abstract: Although many agree that theory, research, and practice should be intertwined to support the type of schooling (and society) that values rather than marginalizes, few scholars offer ground-breaking, pragmatic approaches to developing truly transformative leaders. From a critical theorist perspective, this article offers a practical, process-oriented model that is responsive to the challenges of preparing educational leaders committed to social justice and equity. By weaving a tripartite theoretical framework together in support of an alternative, transformative pedagogy, students learn “to perceive social, political, and economic contradictions, and to take action against the oppressive elements of reality”. The three theoretical perspectives of Adult Learning Theory, Transformative Learning Theory, and Critical Social Theory are interwoven with the three pedagogical strategies of critical reflection, rational discourse, and policy praxis to increase awareness, acknowledgment, and action within preparatio...
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01 Jan 2002
TL;DR: The Critical Theory of Technology as mentioned in this paper rethinks the relationship between technology, rationality, and democracy, arguing that the degradation of labor, educational, and political systems is rooted in the social values that preside over technological development.
Abstract: Thoroughly revised, this new edition of Critical Theory of Technology rethinks the relationships between technology, rationality, and democracy, arguing that the degradation of labor-as well as of many environmental, educational, and political systems-is rooted in the social values that preside over technological development. It contains materials on political theory, but the emphasis has shifted to reflect a growing interest in the fields of technology and cultural studies.
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01 Jan 1981
TL;DR: In this paper, the authors present a list of abbreviations for critical theory and critical theory index, including the following abbreviations: 1. Ideology 2. Interests 3.
Abstract: Editors' introduction Preface List of abbreviations Introduction 1. Ideology 2. Interests 3. Critical theory Index.
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