Essays about: "Democratic ideas"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 85 essays containing the words Democratic ideas.

  1. 1. WORK TIME REDUCTIONS ON THE DECLINE? How ideas act as hindering mechanisms for social democratic support of work time reductions.

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Lisa Lindén; [2023-06-20]
    Keywords : Ideas; work time reduction; The Swedish Social Democratic Party SAP ;

    Abstract : The study of ideas as factors affecting political behavior is often accessed by focusing on times of political and economic uncertainty. However, focusing on times of stability and the rigidity that ideas cause in policy processes is less explored. READ MORE

  3. 2. The implicit ideas behind ‘Valkompassen’ : An ideal type analysis of the democratic presuppositions in Voting Advice Applications

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Sebastian Alderblad; [2023]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : With Voting Advice Applications changing how people engage in democracy it has become more important to understand the work behind them. Much research has been given to the algorithm and methodology, but less has focused on the ideas that presupposes the development process. READ MORE

  4. 3. Sorry, I Don’t Know a Justin! : A study of LGBTQIA+ Representation, Fan Interaction, and Identity in The Adventure Zone.

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för språk (SPR)

    Author : Sofie Jönsson; [2023]
    Keywords : EFL; The Adventure Zone; Universal Design for Learning; UDL; identity; LGBTQIA ; LGBTQ ; transmediation; authorship; fandom; fan interaction;

    Abstract : This thesis examines how queer identities are represented through characters in The Adventure Zone, a popular Dungeons and Dragons, fantasy comedy podcast that features unique fan contributions and deep involvement from the creators. Drawing on queer theory and theories of stereotypes and language, audience participation, and transmediation, this thesis argues that The Adventure Zone’s portrayal of queer identities both challenges dominant norms and stereotypes while also being shaped by them, and that listening to the podcast can create opportunities to discuss queer identities, LGBTQIA+ questions and the relationships between author and fans online in the Swedish EFL classroom. READ MORE

  5. 4. Concepts of democracy and human rights in abortion debate : Theme analysis of the abortion discourse in Poland

    University essay from Högskolan Dalarna/Institutionen för kultur och samhälle

    Author : Zuzanna Houjeiri; [2023]
    Keywords : democracy; human rights; abortion; Poland; discourse analysis; theme analysis;

    Abstract : Democracy and human rights are concepts whose definition depends on contextual cues. The paper analyzes what themes related to those concepts can be found in the context of abortion discourse in Poland in the years 2020-2023 and how they define or redefine these ideas, especially in the context of democratic regression. READ MORE

  6. 5. The Public Bath & Community

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

    Author : Egil Ljungkvist; [2023]
    Keywords : Social Sustainability; Community; Public Bathing; Urban Planning; Spontaneous Settlements; Inclusion; Safety; Bogotá; Colombia; Arts and Architecture;

    Abstract : The communal bath has a long and complex history. While the bath in modern times is used primarily for practical and hygienic reasons, communal bathing has been a vital aspect of many cultures throughout history, serving not only as a means of hygiene but also as social and therapeutical space, promoting exchange of ideas, health and general well-being. READ MORE