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TOK Presentation. Hierarchies of Knowledge. Thesis. To what extent do we create a hierarchy of knowledge?. Example . Extract from a book called “ space, time and the beauty that causes havoc” by Arthur Miller. An exploration between science and art. Les Demoiselles d'Avignon . Theory of
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TOK Presentation Hierarchies of Knowledge
Thesis • To what extent do we create a hierarchy of knowledge?
Example • Extract from a book called “space, time and the beauty that causes havoc” by Arthur Miller. • An exploration between science and art
Les Demoiselles d'Avignon Theory of Relativity
Hierarchy of Knowledge Science Art
“Liberal” “Wild” “Emotional” “Lives life on the edge”
Emotional Response To Art I don’t understand it!
“Orderly” “Trustworthy” “Logical” “Inquisitive”
We value logical thought over emotional though • We create perceptions of artists and scientists the justify this view • We like to see ourselves as logical beings rather than slaves to our emotions.
Ancient Egyptians • Served a religious purpose • political purpose • Historical purpose
The Mali Empire • They put a lot of importance on the past • Griots were singers who told stories of the village • They were valued so highly that they were appointed advisors to the king
Implications • Blind Faith in Science • Put less importance on other areas of knowledge. • We create boundaries around area’s of knowledge.
Conclusion • To what extent do we create a hierarchy of knowledge? • - we do • - we value certain types of thought • - it is affected by the needs of society