The Mis-Education of the Negro by Carter G. Woodson

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Abstract

Carter G. Woodson’s The Miseducation of the Negro critiques the American education system for perpetuating racial stereotypes and inhibiting the intellectual growth of African Americans. Woodson argues that traditional curricula devalue Black history and culture, contributing to a self-perpetuating cycle of inferiority among African Americans. He asserts that miseducation not only undermines individual potential but also stifles collective progress by failing to provide an accurate understanding of the contributions and struggles of Black people. Woodson advocates for a revised educational approach that honors Black heritage, fosters self-respect, and promotes empowerment, essential for social and economic advancement.

Author

• Miltonette Olivia Craig, Sam Houston State University