Education Quote by Gregory Cajete
““There is no such thing as primitive in the way Western education has traditionally conditioned people to perceive it.””
About This Quote
Source Book: "Native Science: Natural Laws of Interdependence" by Gregory Cajete, 2000
Western education often labels non-Western knowledge as primitive, ignoring its complexity.
In simple terms: Western bias can misjudge other cultures' knowledge.
Recognize and value diverse epistemologies.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- classroom discussions
- policy making
- cross‑cultural research
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can curricula honor multiple knowledge systems?
- What steps reduce ethnocentric bias?
The statement may overlook progress within Western education.