Post Modernism

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    • What is postmodernism in sociology?
      A sociological theory after modernity
    • Why do sociologists argue society must be studied differently now?
      Due to fundamental differences from modernity
    • What time period does modernity refer to?
      1650 to 1950
    • What are some key features of postmodernism in sociology?
      Globalisation, consumerism, fragmentation
    • What does globalisation refer to in postmodernism?
      The interconnectedness of society
    • How has globalisation changed individual interactions?
      It decreased geographical barriers and time zones
    • What risks does Ulrich Beck associate with globalisation?
      Terrorism, cybercrime, environmental damage
    • What does Jean François Lyotard argue about scientific advancements today?

      They are used to augment power, not truth
    • What do postmodernists claim about today's society?
      It is a consumerist society
    • How do postmodernists view identity construction?
      As a process similar to shopping
    • What does fragmentation in postmodernism refer to?
      The breakdown of shared norms and values
    • How does postmodernism differ from modernism in terms of job security?
      Postmodernism offers more choices and opportunities
    • What is a key feature of postmodernism related to cultural aspects?
      Cultural diversity
    • What is hyperreality in the context of postmodernism?
      A condition where reality and simulation blur
    • How does consumerism affect identity in postmodern society?
      It allows individuals to 'pick and mix' identities
    • Who is a sociologist that discusses the dangers of science in postmodern times?
      Ulrich Beck
    • What does the term 'metanarratives' refer to in postmodernism?
      Grand narratives that explain historical events
    • How does globalisation impact employment according to postmodernists?
      It creates more opportunities for remote work
    • What is the relationship between globalisation and risk society as per Ulrich Beck?
      Globalisation increases man-made risks
    • How do postmodernists view the role of technology in society?
      As a tool that shapes identities and interactions
    • What is the significance of the quote from Lyotard's 'The Postmodern Condition'?
      It highlights power as the goal of research
    • What does the term 'information society' imply in the context of globalisation?
      Society is shaped by information exchange
    • How does postmodernism challenge traditional views of work and identity?
      It promotes flexibility and personal choice
    • What fundamental differences do postmodernists see between modern and postmodern societies?
      Choices based on interests, not tradition
    • What does fragmentation in postmodernism refer to?
      Breaking down of shared norms and values
    • How do postmodernists view today's society?
      Dynamic, fast-changing, and fluid
    • How does the individual’s career exemplify fragmentation?
      It consists of multiple career paths
    • How do structural factors influence life choices in postmodernism?
      They have less influence than before
    • What has increased due to globalization and fragmentation?
      Cultural diversity
    • How do Western societies reflect cultural diversity?
      They are melting pots of different cultures
    • What are metanarratives in postmodernism?

      Broad ideas about how society works
    • Why do postmodernists argue metanarratives are less relevant?
      Society is too complex for them
    • Who argues that there is no such thing as truth?
      Jean-François Lyotard
    • What does social constructionism suggest?
      Meanings are socially constructed
    • How does hyperreality manifest in postmodernism?
      Blurring of media and reality
    • What has the COVID-19 pandemic done to the distinction between media and reality?
      It has further blurred the distinction
    • What does postmodernism recognize about society?
      The fluidity of current society
    • What do some sociologists argue about the current era?
      We are in an extension of modernity
    • What does Anthony Giddens claim about modernity?
      We are in a period of late modernity
    • What does Ulrich Beck argue about modernity?
      We are in a period of second modernity