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What is the main characteristic of High Modernism?
What is the main characteristic of High Modernism?
Federalism is a system where power is held solely by a central authority.
Federalism is a system where power is held solely by a central authority.
False
What is the term for the deep-seated social, economic, and cultural divisions within a society?
What is the term for the deep-seated social, economic, and cultural divisions within a society?
Breuklijnen
Postmodernism is characterized by a focus on the ______________________ of truth and social phenomena.
Postmodernism is characterized by a focus on the ______________________ of truth and social phenomena.
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What is the term for the process where the strict separation between social groups or pillars in a society decreases?
What is the term for the process where the strict separation between social groups or pillars in a society decreases?
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Post-truth is a state where objective facts are more influential in shaping public opinion.
Post-truth is a state where objective facts are more influential in shaping public opinion.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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What is the term for the division of society into separate social-cultural groups, each with their own organizations?
What is the term for the division of society into separate social-cultural groups, each with their own organizations?
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What is the main critique of high modernism?
What is the main critique of high modernism?
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The anti-vaccination movement is a example of postmodernism.
The anti-vaccination movement is a example of postmodernism.
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What is the term used to describe the society where emotions and personal beliefs are more important than objective truth?
What is the term used to describe the society where emotions and personal beliefs are more important than objective truth?
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The rise of social media has led to the spread of ______________ and disinformation campaigns.
The rise of social media has led to the spread of ______________ and disinformation campaigns.
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What is the result of the dialectic between high modernism, postmodernism, and post-truth?
What is the result of the dialectic between high modernism, postmodernism, and post-truth?
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High modernism is characterized by a holistic approach to technological progress.
High modernism is characterized by a holistic approach to technological progress.
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Match the following societal trends with their corresponding characteristics:
Match the following societal trends with their corresponding characteristics:
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What is the main concern of the postmodern critique of high modernism?
What is the main concern of the postmodern critique of high modernism?
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Which of the following authors wrote about the concept of 'Liquid Modernity'?
Which of the following authors wrote about the concept of 'Liquid Modernity'?
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The concept of 'Postmodernism' is often associated with the idea of objective truth.
The concept of 'Postmodernism' is often associated with the idea of objective truth.
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What is the term used to describe the societal trend of relying on emotions and personal beliefs rather than facts?
What is the term used to describe the societal trend of relying on emotions and personal beliefs rather than facts?
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According to Manuel Castells, the rise of the ____________ society has transformed the way we live and interact.
According to Manuel Castells, the rise of the ____________ society has transformed the way we live and interact.
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Which of the following authors is associated with the concept of 'High Modernism'?
Which of the following authors is associated with the concept of 'High Modernism'?
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The book 'The Condition of Postmodernity' is written by Anthony Giddens.
The book 'The Condition of Postmodernity' is written by Anthony Giddens.
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Match the following authors with their respective books:
Match the following authors with their respective books:
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Study Notes
The Era of Rapidly Changing Technologies
- The current era is characterized by rapid technological advancements, growing complexity, and increasing distrust towards traditional authorities.
- It is crucial to find a balance between these conflicting forces and strive for a society that is both innovative and inclusive, progressive and ethically responsible.
The Rise of Post-Modern Criticism
- The post-modern critique emphasizes the need for a more holistic approach, considering not only technical efficiency but also broader ethical, cultural, and ecological considerations.
- The critique argues that the blind adoption of science and technology is not sufficient, and that there are limits and negative consequences to unbridled technological progress.
The Post-Truth Society
- The post-truth era is characterized by the increasing dismissal of objective facts, and the rising influence of emotions and personal beliefs on public opinion.
- Disinformation campaigns, manipulation of social media, and the spread of fake news can significantly influence public opinion, leading to a growing distrust of traditional authorities and institutions.
The Dialectics of Modernity
- The dialectics between high modernism, post-modernism, and post-truth form the core of contemporary society, where the tension between progress and preservation, universality and diversity, rationality and intuition, and truth and perception are constantly being explored and reevaluated.
Key Terms
- Verzuiling: The division of society into separate social-cultural groups, each with their own organizations, such as schools, newspapers, political parties, and trade unions.
- Ontzuiling: The process of reducing the strict separation between different social groups or pillars in society, leading to more mixing and integration.
- Communautair: Relating to the communities within a country, often used in Belgium to refer to the Flemish, Walloon, and Brussels communities.
- Federalisme: A system of government where sovereignty is divided between a central authority and subnational units, such as states or provinces.
- Breuklijnen: Deep-seated social-economic, political, or cultural fault lines within a society.
- Hoogmodernisme: A phase of modernity characterized by a strong belief in progress and technology, often linked to globalization and neoliberalism.
- Postmodernisme: A cultural, artistic, and intellectual movement that expresses skepticism towards grand narratives and ideologies, and focuses on the relativity of truth and the complexity of social and cultural phenomena.
- Post-waarheid: A state where objective facts have less influence on public opinion than appeals to emotion and personal beliefs.
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This quiz explores the intersection of technology, complexity, and authority in modern society, seeking a balance between innovation and ethical responsibility.
