Gramsci's Ideology and Hegemony
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What is a key characteristic of postmodernism?

  • Strict adherence to traditions
  • Emphasis on fixed rules
  • Flexibility and openness to change (correct)
  • Uniformity in culture
  • Fredric Jameson is primarily associated with postmodernism and Marxist theory.

    True (A)

    What does the term 'Nostalgia Mode' refer to in postmodern culture?

    Nostalgia as a commodity for consumption.

    In postmodern culture, language and expression often lose __________.

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    Match the following postmodern concepts with their descriptions:

    <p>Pastiche = Imitates without critique Euphoria and Self-Annihilation = Pursuit of pleasure leading to emptiness The Waning of Affect = Shallow emotional responses The Breakdown of the Signifying Chain = Disconnection between words, images, and meanings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Pharmakon' refer to in the context of technology?

    <p>Technology that can be both beneficial and harmful (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cultural transmission is crucial in the transmission of knowledge and culture across generations.

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    What are the two key roles of the skeleton mentioned?

    <p>Upright posture and enhanced brain development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Technology functions as an external ______ system.

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    Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

    <p>Technical Reflexivity = Understanding and shaping technology Symbolic Reflexivity = Role of symbols in human thought Cognitive Development = Enhanced learning and intellect Cultural Significance = Importance of cultural practices and tools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes technical consciousness?

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    The cortex and flint symbolize the independent development of human biology and technology.

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    What are the three levels of human intelligence mentioned?

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    Which of the following was NOT a factor associated with the rise of the bourgeoisie in the public sphere?

    <p>Incorporation of personal autonomy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The rise of the social welfare state led to an expansion of the public sphere and increased democratic engagement.

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    What was the primary function of the liberal model of the public sphere?

    <p>To communicate bourgeois needs to the state and make political authority rational.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The press transitioned from being a medium of __________ to a medium of commerce.

    <p>convictions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes 'publicity' in the context of the public sphere?

    <p>A tool for managing public perception (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The rise of the bourgeoisie had no effect on the public sphere's structure.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Identify one limitation of the public sphere in mass democracy.

    <p>Expansion and fragmentation of the public.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the concept of hyperreality?

    <p>A simulation that is indistinguishable from reality (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Postmodernism emphasizes strict adherence to traditional styles and conventions.

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    What does the term 'social cartography' refer to in a postmodern context?

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    The act of creating a copy that imitates the original but lacks its authenticity is referred to as _____

    <p>simulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following has significantly influenced consumer behavior among Millennials?

    <p>Specialty shops and niche products (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Disneyland model exemplifies the clear boundaries between the original and its representation.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main consequence of standardization in the culture industry?

    <p>Loss of identity and artistic value (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define the concept of 'The Hysterical Sublime' in postmodern thought.

    <p>Emotional excess that masks deeper meaning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Technical reproduction of art enhances its aura.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main argument regarding photography's impact on art?

    <p>Photography changes the nature of art by altering perspectives and ideas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'L'art pour l'art' translates to __________.

    <p>Art for art’s sake</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best describes the difference between performance on stage and performance on film?

    <p>Stage performance allows for a direct connection, while film does not. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Film can be viewed only once by an audience.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'the camera serves as a substitute for the audience' imply in the context of film?

    <p>It implies that the intimate connection between the actor and the audience is lost in film.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Marx and Engels argue about ideas in the context of the ruling class?

    <p>The ruling class shapes and controls ideas. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Antonio Gramsci believed that subaltern classes must unite in order to form a state.

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    What does the term 'subaltern' refer to in Gramsci's analysis?

    <p>Low-rank persons or groups in society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The concept of ideology originally meant the 'Science of ______'.

    <p>Ideas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the ways a social group's supremacy manifests, according to Gramsci?

    <p>Cultural homogeneity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gramsci was a supporter of fascism and never criticized Mussolini.

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    What is one potential error in assessing the value of ideologies?

    <p>Identifying ideology as distinct from the structure, while assuming it does not change the structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their correct descriptions:

    <p>Hegemony = Dominance of one social group over others Subaltern = Marginalized groups in society Ideology = System of ideas that serves particular interests Intellectual leadership = Guiding thoughts of a ruling class</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Marx & Engels' Ruling Ideas

    The ruling class controls society's material aspects and the realm of ideas, shaping them to reflect its interests.

    Gramsci's Hegemony

    Gramsci's concept that a social group's dominance involves both direct control (domination) and intellectual/moral leadership.

    Antonio Gramsci

    Italian communist leader, critic of fascism, imprisoned and influential theorist of power & ideology.

    Subaltern Groups

    Low-ranking individuals/groups in society, according to Gramsci.

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    Ideology (original meaning)

    Originally, the 'science of ideas', later, it became the analysis of, and investigation into, the origin of ideas.

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    Gramsci's Subaltern History

    Gramsci's idea that subaltern groups can gain power when they unify to form a group powerful enough to compete with the ruling classes, essentially challenging the existing status quo.

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    Problems in Evaluating Ideologies

    Thinking of ideologies as separate from structures, or seeing a political solution as inherently useless or stupid, can lead to misunderstanding or flawed analysis of them.

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    History of Ruling Ideas

    Historical analysis of the ruling ideologies of a society, often attempting to establish patterns and identify the connections and origins of ideas.

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    Cultural Standardization

    The process of making cultural products uniform and appealing to the widest possible audience, often sacrificing uniqueness for mass appeal.

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    Culture Industry

    The system of commercialized cultural production, driven by profit and mass consumption, which often results in the loss of artistic value and individual identity.

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    Technical Reproduction

    The ability to create exact copies of works of art through technology, like photography or printing, which affects the traditional aura and value of art.

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    'L'art pour l'art'

    The artistic principle that art should be created for its own sake, independent of any external purpose or utility.

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    Cult Value vs. Exhibition Value

    Cult value relates to the intrinsic value of an artwork based on its historical, cultural, or artistic significance, while exhibition value refers to its worth in being publicly displayed.

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    Photography's Impact on Art

    Photography challenged traditional conceptions of art by offering a new perspective on reality, questioning the role of the artist and the value of artistic representation.

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    Performance on Stage vs. Film

    Performance on stage involves direct connection with the audience, while performance on film creates a mediated experience with an audience who is critical and distanced from the actors.

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    Dadaism

    An artistic movement that challenged traditional values and standards, rejecting logic and reason and creating art that was often nonsensical and provocative.

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    Technical Consciousness

    The understanding that technology is more than just a tool; it's an extension of our being, influencing our actions and perception of the world.

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    Anticipation in Technology

    The ability of technology to predict and shape the future, influencing our actions and expectations.

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    Technology as External Memory

    Technology acts as an external memory system, storing and retrieving information that expands human cognitive abilities.

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    The Pharmakon

    Technology's dual nature: it can be both beneficial and harmful, a cure and a poison, depending on its application.

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    Double Origin of Technical Differentiation

    The mutual influence between human brain evolution and tool development, shaping each other over time.

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    Instrumental Maieutics/Mirror Proto-Stage

    A crucial period in human evolution where brain development and tool creation were mutually influential, shaping each other.

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    Technical Reflexivity

    The ability of humans to critically understand, analyze, and shape technological systems to influence their impact.

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    Symbolic Reflexivity

    The influence of symbols and language on human thought and behavior, shaping our understanding of the world.

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    Public Sphere

    A space where individuals can freely discuss and debate public issues, shaping public opinion and influencing political decisions.

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    Liberal Model of Public Sphere

    A concept where individual autonomy is emphasized, and public authority is limited. It promotes communication of citizen needs to the state for rational governance.

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    Bourgeoisie Principle of Supervision

    This principle advocates for transparency and scrutiny of power, ensuring it's exercised in the best interest of the public.

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    Publicity

    The public disclosure and examination of power structures and actions to ensure transparency and accountability.

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    Political Journalism's Transformation

    The shift from journalism focused on convictions and civic discourse to journalism driven by profitability and mass appeal.

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    Public Sphere in Social Welfare State

    The public sphere in a social welfare state faces challenges due to expansion and fragmentation of the public, and increasing influence of media.

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    Refeudalization of Public Sphere

    The potential return of power structures resembling feudalism, where individuals are controlled by powerful entities like mass media giants.

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    Utilizing Publicity for Control

    Using media and communication strategies to shape public perception and manage public opinion effectively.

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    Postmodernism

    A mindset that emerged in the 1960s, emphasizing breaking traditions, mixing styles, and embracing flexibility. It rejects fixed rules and embraces constant change.

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    Fredric Jameson

    A prominent scholar of postmodernism, known for his work on how economic systems influence culture and consciousness. He explored the cultural shift linked to postmodernism.

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    Aesthetic Populism

    The dominance of pop culture in modern aesthetics, reflecting the influence of postmodernism.

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    Deconstruction of Expression

    In postmodern culture, language and expression lose their traditional coherence, leading to a breakdown in clear meaning.

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    The Waning of Affect

    Modern culture often features shallow emotional responses, emphasizing the superficiality of feelings.

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    Hyperreal

    A state where simulations become more real than reality itself, blurring the lines between the original and its copy.

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    Simulacra

    Copies without originals, where the simulated experience replaces the real, making it impossible to distinguish between the two.

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    Precession of Simulacra

    The idea that simulations precede and dominate reality, creating a world where the original is lost and simulations become the norm.

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    Postmodernism and Consumer Behavior

    The impact of postmodern ideas on consumer choices, showing a shift away from traditional brands towards individual expression and unique products.

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    What is Postmodernism?

    A philosophical approach characterized by a rejection of fixed truths and a celebration of diversity, questioning tradition and embracing change.

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    Millennials and Truth

    A generation that challenges traditional norms and views truth as personal and subjective, rejecting absolute authority.

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    The Hysterical Sublime

    A state of overwhelming emotion masking a hidden deeper meaning, often related to the experience of the sublime.

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    The Apotheosis of Capitalism

    The ultimate triumph of capitalism, where it becomes the dominant force without question or challenge.

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    Study Notes

    Ideology and Hegemony

    • Ruling class controls society's material aspects and ideas
    • Division of labor within the ruling class (thinkers, ideologists, those receiving ideas)
    • Ideas aren't independent; they reflect ruling class interests and conditions.

    Attempts at Proving Hegemony of the Spirit in History

    • Separating ruling class ideas for empirical analysis
    • Ordering rule of ideas, showing a mystical connection
    • Changing self-determining concepts into personal (self-conscious) ones

    Antonio Gramsci's History of the Subaltern Classes: The Concept of Ideology; Cultural Themes: Ideological Material

    • Antonio Gramsci was an Italian Communist leader and critic of Mussolini.
    • He rejected sensationalism in history.
    • Historical unity of ruling class: relationship between state and civil society
    • Subaltern history: low-rank people/groups
    • Supremacy of a social group's manifest in two ways: domination and intellectual/moral leadership
    • Concept of ideology: originally science of ideas, then analysis of ideas and investigation of idea's origins.
    • Ideology as a system of ideas.

    The Potential Error in Assessing the Value of Ideologies

    • Identifying ideology as separate from structure
    • Treating a political solution as useless because it's ideological

    Two Types of Ideologies

    • Historically organic ideologies: needed for a given structure
    • Arbitrary ideologies: willed, rationalistic, arbitrary

    Ideology and Ideological State Apparatuses (ISAs)

    • Institutions (schools, media, religious organizations) shape beliefs, values, and identity
    • Ideology is more than beliefs; it includes material practices
    • Repressive State Apparatus (RSAs): How state controls people through violence/repression.

    The Culture Industry and Art and Mechanical Reproduction

    • Culture industry as a system of mass production & consumption (film, music) to strengthen capitalism.
    • Cultural forms used as instruments for oppression; shifts focus to artificial needs
    • Culture industry's characteristics: mass production, commercialization, standardization, ideological control
    • Reproduction: technology's impact on art's accessibility and value.

    Debate and the Rise of Films

    • Two types of performance: Stage and Film
    • Film: Audience becomes critical
    • Different technicalities in art creation: Painter, Cameraman.
    • Film: (Pirandello's “Si Gira”)
    • Audience reactions: repeated viewing; direct acceptance
    • Production apparatus: camera's role in showcasing environment.
    • Dadaism: art that breaks standardization

    The Difference of the Human

    • Humans and technology are independent
    • Technology as an extension of humanity (exteriorization)
    • Epiphylogenesis (second memory): cultural and technological memory.
    • Tools as extensions of life-preserving human achievements.
    • Everything begins with feet (Leroi Gourhan), reconsideration of how tools and technologies shape history and identity
    • Rousseau's natural human is challenged. Humans are a continuation of zoological processes (shaped by technology & sociocultural dynamics).
    • Advance and delay: Human evolution (rupture and adaptations driven by tension and uncertainty)
    • Role of the skeleton: upright posture, enhanced brain development
    • Role of equipment: tools as extensions, technological advancements, cognitive and cultural development
    • Implications: co-evolution, technological determinism, human-technology symbiosis.

    Technical Consciousness and Anticipation

    • Technology shapes cognition, perception, and understanding of the world
    • Technology is an extension of humans, anticipating the future.
    • Role of external memory system in technology
    • Technology can be both poison and cure (Pharmakon)
    • Mutual influence of human brain, tools, and technology
    • Outside perspective (Exteriorization) of human capacities
    • Extension of humans' physical and cognitive abilities and transmission of knowledge across generations
    • Risk of alienation and dependence on technology.
    • Role of symbols and language in shaping human thought, behavior

    The Language of the Almost Human

    • Language, symbolism, brain development in Homo Fabers
    • Early hominid language usage
    • Flexible symbols

    Propaganda Model

    • Edward Herman, Noam Chomsky critiques of U.S. foreign policy and media systems.
    • Size, ownership, and profit orientation of the mass media (dominating firms controlled by wealthy people)
    • Advertising and business incentives
    • Flaks and Enforcers: government responses to media statements.

    Five Filters of Propaganda Model

    • Media concerns: size, ownership, profit, sourcing news, flak, anti-communism.

    Platform Imperialism

    • Media landscapes control by Western nations impacting local producers.

    Media Effects Theories (White)

    • Agenda-setting; uses and gratifications; symbolic interactionism; spiral of silence; cultivation analysis. (Media content influence)

    Media Literacy

    • Accessing and using communication media analysis, evaluation & creation.

    Two Systems of Representation

    • Conceptual (concepts, images) and language representations (signs, sounds, images) to communicate and share mental representations.

    Technology and Culture (McLuhan)

    • Prophet of the information age; analyzes media impact and global village.
    • The medium is the message.

    Panopticism and Project Torogoz

    • Power, control, institutions, and systems.
    • Panopticism: Surveillance and control
    • Surveillance (Jeremy Bentham’s Panopticon)
    • Project Torogoz: massive hacking of media & civil society, Pegasus spyware in El Salvador..

    The Public Sphere

    • Jürgen Habermas's ideas about public sphere.
    • The public realm of social life where public opinion is formed, allowing private individuals to form a public body.
    • State authority as public authority
    • Habermas: Mass Media can affect how public discourse occurs and lead to refeudalization.
    • Enlightenment: Ability to critically think, utilize and make decisions
    • Timeline of public sphere throughout history.
    • Liberal model of public sphere, bourgeoisie’s principles of supervision, early constitutions and rights.
    • Political journalism’s transformation and its conviction to commercialism.
    • Public sphere limitations due to expansion, fragmentation, role of the state.

    Postmodernism

    • Pop culture dominates modern aesthetics and expression.
    • Deconstruction of expression, weakening of affect, and the fading of 'real' history.
    • Nostalgia as a commodity (selling the past)
    • Breakdown of the signifying chain (disconnections between words, images, and meanings).
    • The 'hysterical sublime' (excess masks meaning)

    Postmodernism: Effects on Millennials

    • Beliefs, feelings, logic, interpretation, and personal truth.
    • Meme factories and attention economy.

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