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What do contemporary critical theorists share as a common point of departure?
What do contemporary critical theorists share as a common point of departure?
- A commitment to Marxist principles only
- An emphasis on individualism and personal narrative
- A rejection of all traditional philosophies
- A focus on historical specificity of existing social arrangements (correct)
Which of the following is NOT included in the range of contemporary identity-centered social critiques?
Which of the following is NOT included in the range of contemporary identity-centered social critiques?
- Utilitarian philosophy (correct)
- Feminist theory
- Critical race theory
- Queer theory
What political dimension characterizes the critical acts of contemporary theorists?
What political dimension characterizes the critical acts of contemporary theorists?
- They advocate for capitalist expansion
- They ignore social justice issues
- They challenge unjust social arrangements (correct)
- They are apolitical and focus solely on theoretical analysis
What were the negative consequences of 'globalization-from-above'?
What were the negative consequences of 'globalization-from-above'?
What facilitated the emergence of 'new' critical theories according to the content?
What facilitated the emergence of 'new' critical theories according to the content?
Which aspect of social critique is emphasized by contemporary critical theories?
Which aspect of social critique is emphasized by contemporary critical theories?
Which of the following is a shared methodological characteristic of contemporary critical theorists?
Which of the following is a shared methodological characteristic of contemporary critical theorists?
How did the neoliberal modes of globalization influence critical theory?
How did the neoliberal modes of globalization influence critical theory?
What is the main focus of Critical Theory as developed by the Frankfurt School?
What is the main focus of Critical Theory as developed by the Frankfurt School?
Which of the following thinkers is NOT associated with the Frankfurt School?
Which of the following thinkers is NOT associated with the Frankfurt School?
What does Critical Theory retain from Marxism despite its rejection of economic determinism?
What does Critical Theory retain from Marxism despite its rejection of economic determinism?
What is a characteristic of the modern approach to Critical Theory as identified in recent decades?
What is a characteristic of the modern approach to Critical Theory as identified in recent decades?
What aspect of society does Critical Theory critically analyze?
What aspect of society does Critical Theory critically analyze?
What was a significant aspect of the Frankfurt School's critique during its formation?
What was a significant aspect of the Frankfurt School's critique during its formation?
How does Stephen Eric Bronner summarize the ethos of Critical Theory?
How does Stephen Eric Bronner summarize the ethos of Critical Theory?
Critical Theory evolved from its original conception to become what in recent decades?
Critical Theory evolved from its original conception to become what in recent decades?
What contributed significantly to the heightened international exposure of critical theorists in the global South?
What contributed significantly to the heightened international exposure of critical theorists in the global South?
Which development is credited with facilitating the communication of voices from the global South to the dominant North?
Which development is credited with facilitating the communication of voices from the global South to the dominant North?
What term does Keucheyan use to describe the formation of a global community of critical thinkers?
What term does Keucheyan use to describe the formation of a global community of critical thinkers?
According to the content, how do globalization scholars generally approach 'critical thinking'?
According to the content, how do globalization scholars generally approach 'critical thinking'?
What percentage of well-published globalization scholars challenge dominant social arrangements?
What percentage of well-published globalization scholars challenge dominant social arrangements?
What term does William Robinson use to describe globalization studies that do not engage critically?
What term does William Robinson use to describe globalization studies that do not engage critically?
What is a common misconception about global thinking according to the content?
What is a common misconception about global thinking according to the content?
What aspect of critical theories should scholars be careful not to exaggerate?
What aspect of critical theories should scholars be careful not to exaggerate?
What characterizes the current phase of globalization according to the content?
What characterizes the current phase of globalization according to the content?
Which of the following is a novel organizational form generated by global capitalism?
Which of the following is a novel organizational form generated by global capitalism?
What does the 'transnational capitalist class' refer to?
What does the 'transnational capitalist class' refer to?
What did Appelbaum and Robinson reject in their analysis?
What did Appelbaum and Robinson reject in their analysis?
Whose dialectical approach influenced Robinson's analysis of culture in the global capitalist system?
Whose dialectical approach influenced Robinson's analysis of culture in the global capitalist system?
According to Gramsci, what is the role of 'organic intellectuals'?
According to Gramsci, what is the role of 'organic intellectuals'?
Which aspect of globalization did Robinson emphasize in his analysis?
Which aspect of globalization did Robinson emphasize in his analysis?
What method did Leslie Sklair utilize in his exploration of the transnational capitalist class?
What method did Leslie Sklair utilize in his exploration of the transnational capitalist class?
What does Mittelman mean by reflexivity in the context of globalization?
What does Mittelman mean by reflexivity in the context of globalization?
What is historicism in Mittelman's framework of critical global studies?
What is historicism in Mittelman's framework of critical global studies?
What does the term 'decentering' refer to in Mittelman's critical global studies?
What does the term 'decentering' refer to in Mittelman's critical global studies?
How does Mittelman define transdisciplinarity in his framework?
How does Mittelman define transdisciplinarity in his framework?
What role do strategic transformations play in Mittelman's critical global studies?
What role do strategic transformations play in Mittelman's critical global studies?
What is the main purpose of the organic intellectuals mentioned by Mittelman?
What is the main purpose of the organic intellectuals mentioned by Mittelman?
Which aspect does Mittelman suggest is overlooked when globalization is viewed as a benign capitalist process?
Which aspect does Mittelman suggest is overlooked when globalization is viewed as a benign capitalist process?
In the context of critical global studies, what is the significance of having a 'decentered lens'?
In the context of critical global studies, what is the significance of having a 'decentered lens'?
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Study Notes
Critical Theory: Old and New
- Critical Theory emphasizes a connection between contemplation and action, analytical and ethical critical thinking.
- The original Critical Theory explores societal structures deeply.Theory stemmed from the Frankfurt School in the mid-20th century.
- First-generation Frankfurt School intellectuals rejected economic factors play a crucial role in shaping societal structures and individual experiences. In the context of critical theory, economic conditions are not viewed in isolation but rather as interwoven with social, political, and cultural dimensions. Economies can influence power dynamics within societies, impacting class relations and fueling systemic inequalities. This perspective moves beyond mere financial transactions, prompting a critical examination of how economic systems perpetuate certain ideologies and sustain privilege for some while marginalizing others. Understanding these connections is essential for grasping the larger implications of economic policies and practices on human behavior and social justice. Additionally, economic determinism—the idea that economic factors alone determine societal conditions—has been critiqued by critical theorists who advocate for a more nuanced understanding of the interplay between various elements. This is foundational for engaging in meaningful critique and fostering progressive social change. determinism but retained a social democratic understanding of critique’s role in the class struggle.
- The Frankfurt School was critical of advanced capitalist societies, analyzing the persistence of power imbalances.
- The focus of “critical theory” shifted from the singular Critical Theory (Frankfurt School) to the plural critical theories.
- Critical theories encompass various perspectives on social critique, including feminist theory, queer theory, poststructuralism, postcolonialism, indigenous thought, critical legal studies, and critical race theory.
- They focus on the historical specificity of social arrangements and aim to analyze causes of domination, exploitation, and injustice.
- All critical theories have a political dimension that challenges unjust arrangements.
- Critical theories provide a framework for analyzing the effects of neoliberalism on global society.
- Critical theories emphasize the emergence of social movements advocating for a “globalization-from-below” to challenge “globalization-from-above” by corporations.
- Critical theories have contributed to the global struggle against neoliberalism by facilitating communication between scholars in the Global South and Global North.
- Critical theories are not uniformly accepted within Global Studies, while some scholars embrace "critique" in its socially engaged sense, others utilize it as a neutral cognitive process for analyzing globalization’s intricacies.
- While most Global Studies scholars appreciate "critical thinking" as a cognitive ability to analyze globalization, about two-thirds utilize it for social critique and challenge dominant social arrangements.
- Critical theories challenge the dominant narrative of neoliberal globalization, focusing on the rise of transnational capitalism and the transnational capitalist class.
- The transnational capitalist class is a significant factor in the "transnational phase of global capitalism" and the formation of a "transnational state."
- Critical theories reject Marxist economic determinism and embrace Gramsci's dialectical approach, which integrates economic analysis with cultural analysis to understand society's complexity.
- Critical theories emphasize the role of “organic intellectuals” in producing a more just conception of the world and challenging hegemonic power.
- Critical theories connect consumerism, individualism, and competition to economic and cultural globalization.
- Critical theories analyze the formation of the transnational capitalist class and its influence on global society.
- Critical Global Studies (CGS) emphasize a blend of historical context, social transformation, and critical perspectives.
- Critical Global Studies (CGS) focus on historical context, recognizing that various globalization perspectives reflect power dynamics.
- Critical Global Studies (CGS) promotes historical thinking to challenge deterministic views of globalization.
- Critical Global Studies (CGS) emphasizes "decentring," which involves considering diverse perspectives on globalization from both its epicenters and marginalized regions.
- Critical Global Studies (CGS) promotes transdisciplinarity, encouraging interdisciplinary approaches to understand real-world problems.
- Critical Global Studies (CGS) emphasizes strategic transformations, which involve challenging hegemonic power interests and promoting more democratic forms of globalization.
- Critical Global Studies (CGS) emphasizes the role of "organic intellectuals" in crafting emancipatory visions that have practical implications for creating more democratic forms of globalization.
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