The Mis-Education of the Negro: A Critical Examination of Education, Identity, and Society

The Mis-Education of the Negro by Carter G. Woodson is a groundbreaking work that delves into the systemic and cultural factors affecting the education of African Americans. First published in 1933, this essential text critically analyzes the ways education has been manipulated to suppress the true cultural identity and intellectual potential of Black Americans. Woodson argues that the mis-education experienced by African Americans serves to perpetuate social inequality, economic disparity,...

The Mis-Education of the Negro by Carter G. Woodson is a groundbreaking work that delves into the systemic and cultural factors affecting the education of African Americans. First published in 1933, this essential text critically analyzes the ways education has been manipulated to suppress the true cultural identity and intellectual potential of Black Americans. Woodson argues that the mis-education experienced by African Americans serves to perpetuate social inequality, economic disparity, and a tainted sense of self-worth, focusing on the importance of cultural history and the need for alternative educational paradigms. With powerful insights and timeless relevance, this book remains a vital reading for anyone interested in the intersections of race, identity, and education, making it not just a read, but a transformative experience.