#actor-network theory

Victoria Adukwei Bulley reflects on the difficulty finding quiet and clarity in a loud, busy world in “[ ] noise” Translated Vase by Sookyung Yee//Credit: Google Arts & Culture In math, science, and acoustics, “noise” is often defined as an unwanted or unintentional signal. Noise distorts and obscures, prevents you from hearing what you’re trying to make out the message or getting a clear idea…

When theory drives you insane, a note from the past.

We, the scholars and practitioners of actor network theory, on this day of July 4, 2019, do solemnly publish and declare that we are by nature, and of right, ought to be by law, free and independent thinkers, possessing equal epistemological power with our fellow researchers. We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all actors, human and non-human, are created equal; that they are endowed…

There are many organisations that share a common vision to improve STEM and art education in South Africa for grades 8-12. These organizations work together with local stakeholders such as schools, universities, government agencies, non-governmental organisations, and private sector partners to provide learners and teachers with opportunities, support, and inspiration to engage in STEM and art…

Are you a Grade 12 learner in Tafelsig who is preparing for the Life Sciences exam? Do you want to ace the exam and get the best possible results? If so, you might be interested in the advice of Bruno Latour, a famous French philosopher and sociologist who has studied the nature of science and society. Bruno Latour is known for his theory of actor-network, which explains how different actors…

Google Classroom is a free online platform that helps teachers and students manage their classes, assignments, grades, feedback, communication, and more. It is part of the Google Workspace for Education suite that includes other useful tools like Gmail, Drive, Docs, Slides, Forms, Meet, etc. If you are a new high school teacher who wants to embrace technology and make your teaching more…

Bruno Latour’s view on cognition, particularly his emphasis on the distributed and networked nature of thinking, provides valuable insights into how we might approach helping an unemployed school teacher with a master’s degree in Mitchell’s Plain who is struggling with poverty. Recognising the Nature of Cognition: Latour’s reminds us that cognition isn’t confined to an individual’s mind alone.…

ANT challenges the conventional distinction between social and technical aspects of education, and instead views them as inseparable and mutually constitutive. Let’s experiment with the case of Tafelsig schools, we need to identify the actors involved in the learning process and how they relate to each other. Some of the actors are obvious, such as teachers, students, parents, textbooks,…

The Great Dr Petersen and the ANT

Jordan Peterson places a strong emphasis on the value and significance of the individual in his philosophy and writings. His view on the individual can be summarised as follow: Autonomy and Responsibility: Peterson believes that the individual is responsible for their own life and decisions. He advocates for taking personal responsibility for one’s actions and their consequences. Dignity and…