The "-isms"

In this RSA Animate, renowned philosopher Slavoj Zizek investigates the surprising ethical implications of charitable giving. This critical analysis reflects the core tenets of critical realism, which seeks to understand social phenomena by examining the underlying social structures and power dynamics that shape them. The author's argument also acknowledges that contemporary capitalism has undergone a transformation into a more cultural form, indicating an awareness of historical context and the relationship between economic and cultural forces. 

This video is a very clear example of postitivist research. Overall, the document exhibits many of the characteristics of positivism, as it uses empirical observation, scientific methodology, determinism, and value-free analysis to present historical and contemporary data on the health and wealth of countries over time. It does not rely on personal biases or opinions, and instead presents factual information objectively. The document also presents a cause-and-effect relationship between events and their impact on the health and wealth of countries, which is a key aspect of positivism. 

lively RSA Animate, adapted from Dan Pink's talk at the RSA , interprets the truth behind what really motivates us at home and in the workplace. Overall, the talk contains several of the characteristics of interpretivism. It is subjective, contextual, holistic, and interpretive in nature. The author presents their personal perspective on the topic and emphasizes the contextual factors that influence employee motivation and job performance, rather than relying solely on objective numerical data. The document is inductive in that it begins with specific examples and then draws broader conclusions, and it is also qualitative in that it includes detailed descriptions of the studies and their settings.

Here is Sir Ken Robinson's  solution for education. The talk exhibits several characteristics of pragmatism. It focuses on practical problem-solving, rejects absolutism and fixed principles, values experience and experimentation, emphasizes practical outcomes, and rejects dogmatism and strict adherence to tradition. The author questions the traditional assumptions and practices of public education and argues that we need to explore new approaches and ideas in order to improve education. The author highlights the need for experimentation and innovation in education in order to find new approaches that meet the needs of modern students. The document emphasizes the need to prepare students for the challenges of the modern world, including the changing economy and the demands of globalization.