The Miseducation of the Negro

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Dr. Carter G. Woodson critiques the educational system of his time, arguing that African-Americans were subjected to cultural indoctrination instead of genuine education. He highlights the detrimental effects of this mis-education on the identity and self-perception of African-Americans, emphasizing the need for a curriculum that reflects their true history and contributions. This seminal work calls for a reevaluation of educational practices to empower and uplift the African-American community.