We have now moved onto the final or Action Stage. The process of Freire's problem-
posing educational method is not seen as leading only to greater understanding but also to action to improve the situation. For example, in the situation we have been looking at, action can be taken on a number of different levels. A need has been identified for young mothers to have somewhere to meet and discuss their needs and problems. Grandma needs time for her own needs. These two could happily coincide. Two of the women in the group agreed to go to the resource centre in the village and discuss this issue, along with the need for a creche. Another group member is to talk to her daughter about contributing to the family purse and another will bring up the topic of independent living with her daughter.

As mentioned earlier Freire's method is based on a praxis (action-reflection-action). This means that after an agreed period the group will return to reflect on results and the effects of any changes which have occurred. Further action may be required and agreed upon and the group again will meet to reflect on there outcome and so on.

In Friere's method the student is not a passive receiver as in 'banking' education i.e where a teacher arrives with expertise to fill up the empty students with knowledge. It is based on peoples experiences within their own communities and it develops peoples power to critically consider how they exist in their world. I have great belief in its potential for change and improvement. Luv it

That's all folks. Cheers