Technohumanism, Global Crises, and Education: Toward a Posthuman Pedagogy

The book argues that the Covid-19 pandemic is a result of technohumanism, which encourages large-scale dependencies and a loss of endurance in the populace. A "psychoanalysis" of thought can be used to release it from humanist limits and construct a posthumanist pedagogy based on the transfer of prehuman dynamism.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 198 pages
Publication date: 29 April 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

The book explores the relationship between global crises like the COVID-19 pandemic and the contemporary thought regime known as technohumanism. It argues that the fundamental assumptions of technohumanism foster widespread dependencies and a decline in the endurance of the population. By examining the pandemic as a central case study, the book demonstrates how these assumptions lead to a loss of resilience.

However, the book suggests that a form of recovery can be pedagogically pursued through a "psychoanalysis" of thought that frees it from the humanist constraints imposed upon it. To achieve this, it introduces the concept of a living unconscious as distinct from the Freudian unconscious. It argues that within the living unconscious, there is no distinction between prehuman and posthuman elements, paving the way for the construction of a posthumanist pedagogy based on the appropriate transfer of prehuman dynamism.

The book further explores the implications of this posthumanist pedagogy for education and society. It suggests that by embracing the prehuman and posthuman dimensions, we can create a more inclusive and sustainable world. It advocates for a shift in our thinking and teaching practices to prioritize the development of critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability, which are essential for navigating the complex challenges of the 21st century.

In conclusion, the book offers a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between global crises and technohumanism. It challenges the dominant narratives of progress and development and proposes a new vision for education and society that emphasizes the importance of recognizing and nurturing our prehuman and posthuman dimensions.

Weight: 283g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030994419
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022