Knowledge Formation (self-study material)
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The following pages contain a self-learning module on "knowledge formation".
The material deals with the history and development of means and ways of representation in art, science and religion. The consequences on the respective systems of thought, perception, and action will be viewed, ranging in time from the Renaissance invention of central perspective to the application of contemporary media technologies. Cultural-sociological and formation-theoretical implications of the “historic Apriori” in the specific epochs (M. Foucault) are of special interest.
Please note that the order of articles is not fixed, but can vary according to your specific interest and study focus, although in general we recommend that all articles should be read and reflected or discussed, with the questions and discussion topics in mind that are provided for every module .
For information regarding the assignments to gain study credits (ECTS), please consult the Knowledge Formation - assignment-page!
The material is roughly divided into the following modules:
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Invention of Central Perspective
Invention of Central Perspective (click link to move to material page)
This collection of articles is meant to introduce the invention of the Central Perspective as as depiction technology and the development of accompanying mindsets, which determine the central perspective view as a symbolic form.
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Central Perspective and beyond
Central Perspective and beyond (click link to move to material page)
This compilation of articles is based on the text "The Loss of Central Perspective and the Renaissance of Multimediality" by Michael Giesecke (1998), dealing with developments of human communication and information processing from a historical point of view. Special emphasis is given to the consequences of the invention of "movable type printing" by Johannes Gutenberg and the development of "new media".
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Database as Symbolic Form
Database as Symbolic Form (click link to move to material page)
An experience on the database principle.
These materials consist of 14 video sequences, each accompanied by a text. Even though we provide these videos in a certain order, this order is not fixed, but can be altered by you. You can view and read the single materials according to your personal interest. Please feel free to experiment with the sequences and find an order that fits best for you!
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Fields for further research & modules created by students
Fields for further research & modules created by students (click link to move to material page)
The following articles shall suggest further fields of research. They are small associative piles of material rather than complete study modules. The student's task will be to extend these materials and create substantial articles that can be used by future students.
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