Propaganda and Persuasion in Post-Truth Reality
A seminar by Gintaras Aleknonis who has joined Muthesius Kunsthochschule as a DAAD professor. He is graduate of Vilnius University with a degree in journalism and doctorate in history of Arts,
Beschreibung
When you receive a message that aligns with your beliefs, you're likely to share it with your friends enthusiastically. However, when a message contradicts your beliefs, you might dismiss it as propaganda. But is this always the case? Propaganda is broad and diverse, often blending into the background of our daily lives. We might assume it's everywhere, ready to attribute to it an exaggerated level of influence. In today's public sphere, where truth faces numerous challenges, it's important to pause and reflect. Consider the concept of "Fake News." If it's fake, it can't truly be news, and if it's news, then it isn't fake. Yet, our era is often branded as the "Age of Fake News." This label is troubling, but perhaps there's an intriguing aspect to living in such a time.
This course is conducted in English. It is not only a challenge but also an opportunity. None of us are native English speakers. Let’s not be shy. We are all learning and making mistakes together.
From October 21, 2024 on Mondays at 14:00
