The 4IR and the Humanities in South Africa: Perspectives on Innovation, Power and Potentialities (2024)

The world is at a crossroads because of industrial change, compounded by a global pandemic. Humanities and social science education is grappling with the meaning of this change, to the effect that there have been some anxieties and misguided perceptions about the irrelevance of the humanities in thi...

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Main Authors: Bhaso Ndzendze, Asheel Singh, Celine Meyers, Mancha J Sekgololo, Mmatlou J Malatji, Ndivhuwo D Sundani, Nombulelo T Shange, Pfarelo E Matshidze, Pragna Rugunanan, Susan I Brokensha, Suzall Timm, Thizwilondi J Madima, Tinuade A Ojo, Vhonani O Netshandama, Zainab M Olaitan, Zimkhitha Manyana
Format: Book
Published: AOSIS Books 2024
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Summary:The world is at a crossroads because of industrial change, compounded by a global pandemic. Humanities and social science education is grappling with the meaning of this change, to the effect that there have been some anxieties and misguided perceptions about the irrelevance of the humanities in this emerging new world. With the emergence of new technologies, this book highlights the indispensable centrality of humanity and the humanities going forward. The book will provide a reference point for new and innovative approaches to the humanities in the 4IR in South Africa and Africa. Its diverse content means that it will be useful across the humanities and social science spectrum.