12872 - General Pedagogy (2)

Learning outcomes

At end of course the student is able to analyze and rationalize personal representations and implicit theories on issues related to general education.

Course contents

WARNING The two modules, Pedagogy 1 and Pedagogy 2 are part of an integrated course with a total of 12 CFU. Attendance of the entire course is recommended. Should you wish to attend only one of the two courses, it is recommended that you attend the first module (from 18 September to 25 October) which is preparatory to the second.

The course includes an institutional part introducing General Pedagogy and a monographic part devoted to critical pedagogy and the ideas of Paulo Freire.


After an introduction on the themes and method adopted, the course is divided into 4 units.
The first 2 refer to Pedagogy 1, the following to Pedagogy 2. Possible modifications and additions between the two paths and will be communicated in class.

1. Introduction to theoretical education
- Pedagogy and education
- Sense and meanings of education and pedagogy
- Education as an autonomous discipline
- Education and educational sciences

2. Pedagogy and philosophy of Education
- Philosophies of education
- Phenomenological pedagogy
- Pedagogical epistemology
- Phenomenological approach to educational practice
- Embodied theory and embodied education

3. Critical Pedagogy
- Theoretical foundations of American critical pedagogy
- Life and works of Paulo Freire
- Pedagogy of the Oppressed
- Education as a practice of freedom, bell hooks

4. Interculture and global citizenship education
- Globalisation and education
- Interculture and Cultural Difference in Educational Constituencies
- Citizenship Education

Readings/Bibliography

Readings for institutional part:

• M. Tarozzi, Pedagogia generale, Guerini
• P. Bertolini, L'esistere pedagogico. Milano: Guerini

Readings for monographic part:

• M. Catarci, La pedagogia della liberazione di Paulo Freire. Educazione, intercultura e cambiamento sociale. Milano: F. Angeli
• b. hooks, Insegnare a trasgredire. L’educazione come pratica della libertà. Milano: Meltemi
• P. Freire, Pedagogia degli oppressi, Torino: EGA

Further readings will be indicated in class.
The course slides are a useful support for self-study. They report on course content, but are in no way a substitute for the study materials listed above.
Please refer to the Syllabus published on "Virtual" for detailed information on course content and readings for the exams.

Teaching methods

The course will have a highly interactive and participatory approach and will include activities of critical discussion of texts, exercises and group work. Guest lecturers will be invited to lecture.
Constant and active participation is strongly recommended. However, those who cannot actively participate can still take the examination as non-attendees with a slightly different syllabus.

Assessment methods

The exam aims to ascertain the achievement of the following learning objectives:
1. in-depth knowledge of the topics illustrated during the lectures and/or learned through the readings
2. ability to critically elaborate on these themes
3. ability to apply the topics learned to concrete contexts in the educational field
4. ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form
5. ability to work collaboratively in a group.


Examination methods
Pedagogy (1): open-ended structured written test (or, for attendees students only, a choice between oral and written)
Pedagogy (2): Oral examination
For those attending the entire integrated course (12 CFU), it is possible to take an intermediate exam. Passing this exam enables the syllabus for the final exam to be halved. Alternatively, it is always possible to take a single oral final examination.

Assessment criteria:
The oral test aims to verify the student's ability to apply the knowledge learnt and to make the necessary logical-deductive connections.

In particular, the following will be assessed in increasing order of importance
1. the completeness of knowledge in connection with the topics addressed in the course and/or in the readings;
2. the personal ability to apply the topics learned to concrete cases
3. The ability to think critically and independently based on an understanding of the topics addressed
4. the appropriateness of language
5. the ability to engage in interdisciplinary reflection.

Teaching tools

Teaching materials, further reading texts and course slides will only be available to attending students on the virtual platform.
Materials, handouts and additional material for exam preparation will be available on the same platform.
Office hours
Wednesdays 10-11 am (in presence) or via Teams by appointment
Please send an email to make an appointment.

The lecturer responds to e-mail messages appropriately signed by the student that are of an urgent nature and require information that cannot be found on the Unibo website. For requests for clarification on topics illustrated in lectures and/or subject of exams, students are invited to make use of the office hours.

Office hours

See the website of Massimiliano Tarozzi