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Seminar techno-solutionism
Seminar techno-solutionism
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According to the Brundtland report (1987), what defines sustainability?
It is only about only protecting the environment.
Development that meets present needs without compromising future generation
Using as many natural resources as possible before they run out
Short-term solution for fixing environmental problems
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According to the governmental article, blind faith in technology reduces inequality
False
True
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What is the main critique of techno-solutionism according to the governmental article?
he overreliance on technology as a quick fix ignoring long-term consequence
New technologies are no solution at all
Giving all the power to Big Tech companies
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What is techno-solutionism?
A philosophy that promotes a return to pre-digital ways of life.
The idea that governments should control all technological innovations
The belief that technology can solve complex social and political problems.
A movement that opposes the use of digital tools in modern society.
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The govenmental article promotes strict policy recommendations over governance principles
False
True
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What are according to the academic article
green growth advocates?
They believe in technological solutions for sustainable devlopment
They are a group of protesters
They believe in a reduced consumption and systemic change
They believe in growing greens
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What is one of the limitations in the academic article?
Not backed-up by facts
It overlooks cases where technological have contributed to sustainability
The author is not an expert
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What is techno-optimism?
The idea that technology should be banned to protect human values.
The belief that technology drives progress and improves society.
The rejection of digital innovation in favor of traditional methods.
A theory that all technological advancements are harmful.
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What kind of rhetorical strategies are used in the media article with Evgeny Morozov?
Stylistic devices
Ethos, Pathos, Logos
Ethos, Garos, Hogos
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What is one of the limitations in the media article? (interview with Evgeny Morozov)
Morozov is not an expert
One-sided interview
Almost no opposing opinion
The interview is not relevant
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Morozov's stance against Big Tech companies such as Google is positive
False
True
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What is
Prometheanism?
The idea that only governments, not technology, can save the environment
the belief that human and technology can overcome all environmental problem
Belief that nature should remain untouched and technology should be avoided
Living in harmony with nature by rejecting modern innovations.
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What is the main theme in the academic article
The history of technological advancements
The role of technology in achieving sustainable development
The environmental impact of ancient technologies
The economic benefits of technology
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According to
The limits to growth
(1972), infinite economic growth is unsustainable due to environmental constraints.
True
False
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The governmental article proposes for more diversive collaboration in order for technology to contribute more to society
False
True
