Once upon a time there was a pedagogy

Abstract

This story illustrates a profound contrast between two conceptions of education. In an imaginary world, Mariángela discovers a playful and creative school, where learning is a game, curiosity is celebrated and knowledge is explored in a pleasurable way. The inhabitants of the valley promote a dynamic education, where sensitivity and creativity are valued. However, upon awakening to reality, Mariángela is confronted with a traditional and rigid educational system, where learning is associated with repetition, punishment and a lack of imagination. The text criticizes the dissociation between the true joy of learning and conventional educational practice, advocating a more humane and stimulating approach to teaching.