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Beginning in the 1980's many sociologists noted what they saw as a shift, and a broad one in cultural values. This was spoken of as a shift from modernity to post-modernity. To better understand this a definition of terms is required.
Modernity is a forward looking view of the world that centers on reason, scientific rationality, creativity, & progress.
After the second world war, global societies began to change in significant ways. The impact towards change came by the new technologies, especially in communication systems & the role of the mass media.
These changes can certainly be seen as radical ones, and many sociologists believe we have entered a new world view or better said, a new paradigm.
This new world view is called post-modernity. Here are some of its characteristics:
A. An emphasis of openness or transparency;
B. This transparency is seen in a number of perspectives such as social inquiry,
artistic expression, & political empowerment.
C. There are a number of postmodernists sociologists who are at odds the dominant influence of rational thinking, science, progress, and prevalence of economies that are a combination of free enterprise and economic planing. These are radical positions. This segment of thinkers focuses on what is termed "Society of the Spectacle". Within this group of ideas is the concept of that appearance, image and symbolic meanings of things is more important than production and materialism. For them style is more important to society than function.
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What has the author Brendan Edgeworth written?
Brendan Edgeworth has written: 'Law, Modernity, Postmodernity'
What is a characteristic of postmodernity?
Postmodernism is experimental.
What is the name for the modern era?
The modern era is often referred to as the "modern period" or "modernity," which typically spans from the late 15th century to the present. It is characterized by significant developments in science, technology, politics, and culture, leading to profound changes in society. This era includes the Enlightenment, the Industrial Revolution, and the rise of globalization. Some also refer to the current phase as "postmodernity," reflecting a shift in cultural and philosophical perspectives.
What has the author Anthony Thomas Kearon written?
Anthony Thomas Kearon has written: 'Postmodernism and postmodernity'
How would the gear shift for a 1953 Corvette be described?
Simple.
What has the author Robert Sherman written?
Robert Sherman has written: 'King, priest, and prophet' -- subject(s): Trinity 'The shift to modernity' -- subject(s): Creation, History of doctrines
Distingush between modernization and modernity?
distinguish between modernization and modernity?
How was the holocaust the end of modernity?
You could argue that the Holocaust was the start of the modernity.
When was The Philosophical Discourse of Modernity created?
The Philosophical Discourse of Modernity was created in 1985.
How can the Renaissance be used as a springboard for defining modernity?
How can the Renaissance be used as a springboard for defining modernity
Does modernity have any connection with imperialism and capitalism?
Inseparably connected, if you mean by modernity the current state of society.
When was Modernity Killed Every Night created?
Modernity Killed Every Night was created on 2008-09-01.
