Beating the Odds: Pedagogy, Praxis and the Life-World of Four African American Men

Purpose of the Research

The purpose of my qualitative research is to reveal how four African-American men overcame inferior education and Jim Crow laws.

Historical Context

In the early twentieth century, the social and economic conditions of African American men were appalling, yet they refused to accept the notion of inferior beings and second-class citizenship.

Methodology

Phenomenological interviews were conducted.

Major Conclusions

The major conclusions that evolved from the data were that family and church were significantly important to the participants.

Focus of the Study

This is a study about four African American men's pedagogy, praxis, and their quest for discovery, self-realization, and high expectations.

Additional Insights

My inquiry is also about their struggles, dreams, failures, and disillusionment.