In this article, Kumashiro addresses the idea of common sense in education. He believes that common sense is a set idea we have based on our beliefs, societal influences, morals, that varies among cultures. Kumashiro believes that common sense however isn’t as common as we believe because it will vary depending on the influences you have and where you grow up. This can however cause many problems when trying to educate and relate to others. When teaching, this common sense to act as a tool of oppression if not used properly.

Kumshiro expresses that because it can express this oppression, it is crucial we are cognitive of the impact it has. Pushing our influences on others can impact the way that they learn. In following common sense, we do not question what is seen as the right way to do things and in turn, almost assimilate ourselves to act in the commonality. It is very important to combat this in the education system, especially because as teachers we impact our students abilities of self expression and creativity by converting them to the norms. Proper education about race, religion, diversity, sexuality, are all important tools we can use to try and educate ourselves into questioning what we see as normal and find new ways to educate ourselves with the ongoing diverse world around us.