An exploration of an Afrocentric Pedagogy within Higher Education: A review of LiteratureAfrican Pedagogy in Education is an examination of an Afrocentric model of learning and teaching that could potentially enhance student learning outcomes. This method of teaching revolves around a more universalistic vs. individualistic worldview, alternative modes of teaching to supplement student learning, and more. As test scores and average grades have been consistently dropping among students in America, it is important to recognize what this negative trend might be rooted in- perhaps our Eurocentric way of teaching in America. Furthermore, it is essential to recognize who is often at a disadvantage when learning from a Eurocentric perspective. Through an analysis of literature revolving around the Afrocentric perspective, academic motivation, models of Afrocentric teaching, and student outcomes from learning from an Afrocentric perspective, the goal is to bring to light a means of teaching and learning that could produce enhanced student outcomes. This literature review will lay out the historical context, benefits of, and means of teaching, through the lens of Afrocentric pedagogy. Keywords: Afrocentric pedagogy, Eurocentrism, academic motivation.
