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Is Education Really Freeing You? The Hidden Truth of Modern Schooling

Disciplinary Struggles in Education

Anja Heikkinen, Jenni Pätäri, Gabriele Molzberger

We've been told that more education equals more freedom, wealth, and happiness. But what if the system isn't broken—it's working exactly as designed? In this deep dive, we explore the research compiled in 'Disciplinary Struggles in Education,' edited by Anja Heikkinen, Jenni Pätäri, and Gabriele Molzberger. From historical analysis of Finnish adult education to the corporate takeover of universities, we uncover how modern schooling domesticates us for the economy, not liberates us. Discover the paradox of lifelong learning, the knowledge illusion in sustainability education, and the hidden power networks that shape every classroom. This isn't just critique—it's a call to reclaim education as a path to true human freedom.