Indoctrination to Enlightenment - Shifting from Propaganda to Learning
Offered By: TEDx via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a powerful TEDx talk that delves into the transformative journey from indoctrination to enlightenment. Follow Jihyun Park, a North Korean defector, as she shares her personal experiences transitioning from an authoritarian educational system to a democratic one in the UK. Discover the stark contrasts between propaganda-driven learning and critical thinking-based education. Gain insights into the true purpose of education, emphasizing the cultivation of character, empathy, and ethical values over mere knowledge accumulation. Learn how education can be a catalyst for positive change in individuals and societies. Reflect on the importance of fostering critical thinking skills and empathy in shaping a better world. Be inspired by Park's advocacy for human rights and her mission to shed light on the realities faced by North Koreans and women, despite personal risks.
Syllabus
Indoctrination to Enlightenment; Shifting from Propaganda to Learning | Jihyun Park | TEDxYouth@HABS
Taught by
TEDx
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