We need courses that will teach critically ABOUT "Critical Theory": explain what it is, who developed it, how they developed it as an extension of Leninism with its theme of moving beyond the working class to achieve a more total social-cultural revolution, and its methods for cultural revolution in light of those used in Russia and Chin…
We need courses that will teach critically ABOUT "Critical Theory": explain what it is, who developed it, how they developed it as an extension of Leninism with its theme of moving beyond the working class to achieve a more total social-cultural revolution, and its methods for cultural revolution in light of those used in Russia and China under the same name. Also, its points of continuity and contradiction to the methodological norm of true public education, which is critical thinking.
Only teaching honestly about this can stop the indoctrination. No ban can stop it.
In the absence of this teaching, the field is left to those who do not teach ABOUT Critical Theory, but instead preach Critical Theory as a form of indoctrination. They also teach its activism, often by providing a kind of training in CT methods of intolerance, abuse, silencing of disagreement, and instantiation of social hegemony for its adherents. Their ideological impetus is unimpeded by any objective learning.
Where are the scholars who will develop the honest courses that are needed?
You may have misread my comment, which is about CT, not CRT.
Unlike you, I don't know what you know and don't know, so I don't know if you know much about CT. For what it is worth CT was the neo-Communism that gained intellectual predominance in the Left in my generation. CRT is one of CT's children, or grandchildren, through CLS.
One suggestion: I understand the need some people have to feel superior and talk down to others, but it might be better if you'd try to talk with people as equals instead. Reading your comments, I don't get an impression of actual superiority in knowledge or thinking; the rudeness gives me an impression, instead, of overcompensation. But that's just my impression; only you, looking inside yourself, could possibly know whether that's there.
I think this person is unhinged and looking for a (or multiple) punching bag(s) to take out her frustrations on over being upset by living in Florida, lol. It's easier than listening or working towards constructive change and civil dialogue, I guess. Your comments are spot on.
Your lecture has been received. Thank you for "educating" us about morality, sexism, racism and the evils of white men (did I miss any "isms"?). You've won many hearts and minds with your sane arguments, concise claims and winning personality. I'm sure your students find you delightful, if you really have any... I get it. I would go nuts too if I lived in Florida, but that wasn't my choice (though I must admit, I'm glad you're there and I'm not...). Good luck with your holy crusade.
We need courses that will teach critically ABOUT "Critical Theory": explain what it is, who developed it, how they developed it as an extension of Leninism with its theme of moving beyond the working class to achieve a more total social-cultural revolution, and its methods for cultural revolution in light of those used in Russia and China under the same name. Also, its points of continuity and contradiction to the methodological norm of true public education, which is critical thinking.
Only teaching honestly about this can stop the indoctrination. No ban can stop it.
In the absence of this teaching, the field is left to those who do not teach ABOUT Critical Theory, but instead preach Critical Theory as a form of indoctrination. They also teach its activism, often by providing a kind of training in CT methods of intolerance, abuse, silencing of disagreement, and instantiation of social hegemony for its adherents. Their ideological impetus is unimpeded by any objective learning.
Where are the scholars who will develop the honest courses that are needed?
You may have misread my comment, which is about CT, not CRT.
Unlike you, I don't know what you know and don't know, so I don't know if you know much about CT. For what it is worth CT was the neo-Communism that gained intellectual predominance in the Left in my generation. CRT is one of CT's children, or grandchildren, through CLS.
One suggestion: I understand the need some people have to feel superior and talk down to others, but it might be better if you'd try to talk with people as equals instead. Reading your comments, I don't get an impression of actual superiority in knowledge or thinking; the rudeness gives me an impression, instead, of overcompensation. But that's just my impression; only you, looking inside yourself, could possibly know whether that's there.
I think this person is unhinged and looking for a (or multiple) punching bag(s) to take out her frustrations on over being upset by living in Florida, lol. It's easier than listening or working towards constructive change and civil dialogue, I guess. Your comments are spot on.
Your lecture has been received. Thank you for "educating" us about morality, sexism, racism and the evils of white men (did I miss any "isms"?). You've won many hearts and minds with your sane arguments, concise claims and winning personality. I'm sure your students find you delightful, if you really have any... I get it. I would go nuts too if I lived in Florida, but that wasn't my choice (though I must admit, I'm glad you're there and I'm not...). Good luck with your holy crusade.
No point to go on trying to talk with you. Intelligent readers can draw their own conclusions.
It's the three Ds in action.