Agitprop derives from the words: Agitation and Propaganda, not surprisingly it is of Russian origin as it describes the pop art propaganda techniques used by the communist regime. In Sweden, agitprop is the duty of ABF- Arbetarnas bildningsförbund (Worker’s Education Association), famously, ABF conducts study circles which consists of a small group circling around a leader as the antithesis of a normal teacher to students setting. The reason for the circling setting is to induce a sense of “community” because it symbolises equality, effectively, the “teacher” doesn’t have to impart knowledge, rather just ensuring the discussion is running smoothly. the circling setting is also used outside of Sweden in various educational institutions, particularly in courses which aims to “develop critical thinking skills.”
Obviously ABF is supported politically by the Social Democrats. For the 1970 election, ABF conducted a heavily charged campaign to turn everything into “equality” to fit the SD slogan…
View original post 959 more words
Utopia, you are standing in it! 
Recent Comments