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This book, “The Darkside of America’s School System: The first one to the mind is the winner,” delves into the history and current state of the American education system, arguing that it was designed to create a compliant workforce rather than critical thinkers.
The author, Joemarin Harris, traces the roots of the system back to the Prussian model, highlighting the emphasis on obedience and conformity over individual expression and critical thinking. He criticizes the reliance on standardized testing, rote memorization, and a narrow curriculum that often fails to represent diverse perspectives.
The book explores the impact of the system on African American students, highlighting the historical and ongoing challenges they face due to racism, discrimination, and the lack of culturally responsive teaching. It also examines the influence of capitalism, the school-to-prison pipeline, and the role of powerful institutions like the Ford Foundation and Big Pharma in shaping the educational landscape.
The author draws on the work of various scholars and thinkers, including Amos Wilson, Jawanza Kunjufu, W.E.B. Dubois, Dr. Peter Gray, John Taylor Gatto, and James W. Loewen, to support his arguments. He also challenges conventional narratives about historical events like the Revolutionary War and the Civil War, arguing that they are often presented in a sanitized and misleading way.
The book concludes with a call to action, urging readers to advocate for a more equitable, inclusive, and empowering educational system that prioritizes critical thinking, diversity, and lifelong learning.
ASIN : B0D8ZRVR4M
Publisher : Independently published (July 7, 2024)
Language : English
Hardcover : 145 pages
ISBN-13 : 979-8332426780
Reading age : 8 – 18 years
Item Weight : 15.4 ounces
Dimensions : 8.25 x 0.53 x 11 inches
