postmodernity is characterised by choice regarding identity, religion etc. and it is dominated by the media
they believe that society is fragmented
society is diverse
people can 'pick and mix' their identity according to what suits them
meta-narratives (big stories) are no longer used to explain society, which is why religon is less important
truth is relative. truth is not fixed and universal, it is whatever individuals say it is
in postmodernity class is no longer the most important aspect of identity. sexuality, ethnicity, age etc. are seen as equally important to postmodernists
they believe that the Marxist theory of education is outdated because production is now based on 'flexible specialisation'. they see the education system as moving towards being customised for the individual
Fordism (modernity) - in relation to work
low level of skill required, routine, mundane work
Post-Fordism (postmodern society) in relation to work
workforce are skilled and adaptable, transferable skills are required and more prevalent
Fordism (modernity) - in relation to the education system
reinforces inequality as inevitable and necessary and creates conformist, passive pupils
Post-Fordism (postmodern society) in relation to the education system
produces students that are self motivated and able to self supervise. emphasises creativity and gives transferable skills
