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Book Synopsis: Technology and increasing levels of education have exposed people to more information than ever before. These societal gains, however, have also helped fuel a surge in narcissistic and misguided intellectual egalitarianism that has crippled informed debates on any number of issues. Today, everyone knows everything: with only a quick trip through WebMD or Wikipedia, average citizens believe themselves to be on an equal intellectual footing with doctors and diplomats. All voices, even the most ridiculous, demand to be taken with equal seriousness, and any claim to the contrary is dismissed as undemocratic elitism.
Tom Nichols' The Death of Expertise shows how this rejection of experts has occurred: the openness of the internet, the emergence of a customer satisfaction model in higher education, and the transformation of the news industry into a 24-hour entertainment machine, among other reasons. Paradoxically, the increasingly democratic dissemination of information, rather than producing an educated public, has instead created an army of ill-informed and angry citizens who denounce intellectual achievement. When ordinary citizens believe that no one knows more than anyone else, democratic institutions themselves are in danger of falling either to populism or to technocracy or, in the worst case, a combination of both.
An update to the 2017 breakout hit, the paperback edition of The Death of Expertise provides a new foreword to cover the alarming exacerbation of these trends in the aftermath of Donald Trump's election. Judging from events on the ground since it first published, The Death of Expertise issues a warning about the stability and survival of modern democracy in the Information Age that is even more important today.
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Are you tired of the noise and confusion in today's information overload? Tom Nichols' The Death of Expertise is a must-read that delves into the dangerous world of misguided intellectual egalitarianism and the impact on informed debates. Gain valuable insights into how the rejection of experts has led to a society where everyone believes they know everything, risking the very core of democracy. Stay informed and empowered with this eye-opening book!
Discover the root causes behind the rise of narcissistic and ill-informed citizens in our digital age with The Death of Expertise. Nichols explores the effects of the internet, changes in higher education, and the news industry's transformation on society's perception of knowledge. Empower yourself with the knowledge to challenge misconceptions and defend intellectual achievement against a tide of misinformation. Take the first step to becoming a well-informed citizen today!
Stay ahead of the curve with the updated edition of The Death of Expertise, featuring a new foreword that addresses the alarming trends exacerbated in the wake of recent events. Nichols' insightful analysis provides a timely warning about the threats to democracy in the Information Age. Don't miss out on this essential read that sheds light on the importance of expertise in safeguarding modern society. Elevate your understanding and become an advocate for truth and reason today!
Ready to challenge the prevailing narrative and defend the importance of expertise in society? Take control of your intellectual journey with The Death of Expertise. Browse through this enlightening book and join the conversation on how to combat the rise of misinformation and protect democratic values. Embrace knowledge and critical thinking by grabbing your copy today! Get your copy now!
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