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Syftet med uppsatsen är att undersöka hur skogen kan användas för att gestalta en bild avidentiteten. För att göra det analyseras musikvideor av Fever Ray och Iamamiwhoami.Gestaltningen består av två noveller. I dessa undersöks relationen till skogen på ettmer individuellt plan. Metoden är mer sökande än teoretiserande. Uppsatsen analyserarmusikvideor ur ett genusperspektiv, som bilder och metaforer. Teoretiker som används ärbland annat Jean Baudrillard, Timothy Morton och Judith Butler. Från deras teorier undersöksvilka värderingar och antaganden som kan sägas ligga till grund för representationen avidentiteten och skogen. Resultatet är bilden av en värld som är splittrad och ovillig att kommatill konkreta ståndpunkter. Å ena sidan visar musikvideorna individer som arbetar medkulturellt betingade bilder av genus och skogen och försöker göra dem till sina egna. Å andrasidan syns en vilja att röra sig bort från dem. Likaså porträtterar gestaltningen personer somkämpar för att komma tillrätta med sin plats i den givna ordningen men aldrig riktigt lyckas. / The purpose of this essay is to investigate how the forest can be used to mirror the identity. Indoing so, music videos by Fever Ray and Iamamiwhoami are being analyzed. The portrayalconsists of two short stories. In these, the relation to the forest is investigated on a moreindividual level. The method is more searching than theorizing. The essay analyzes musicvideos, with a gender perspective, as images and metaphors. Theorists used are amongothers Jean Baudrillard, Timothy Morton and Judith Butler. From their theories the thesisinvestigates the values and assumptions that can be said to constitute the representation of theforest and the identity in the videos. The result is the image of a fragmented world, unwillingto come to concrete conclusions. On one hand the music videos show individuals who workswith the overtaking of given cultural images of the forest and gender. On the other hand a willto reject the same images can be seen. Likewise, the portrayal shows individuals who struggleto come to terms with their place in the given order but never really succeeds.

Teorin om “cirkulär ekonomi” (CE) är baserad på att effektivare tillvarata resurser, genom att återanvända material och komponenter inom “cirkulära” system, anses den vara ett alternativ till den linjära produktionsmodellen som har bidragit till dagens miljöproblematik. Det finns dock kritik mot teorin om “cirkulär ekonomi” (CE), den anses vara vag och främst är driven av en teknologisk och ekonomisk agenda, utan tillräcklig hänsyn till de sociala och kulturella faktorer som driver konsumtionen i samhället. Innovationen av elbilar har framstått som en del i lösningen av miljöproblematiken och strävar efter att på sikt bli den nya fordonsnormen i samhället. Trots positiva klimatfördelar utmanas aktörer fortfarande i att skapa incitament för konsumenter att investera i elbilar och främja en mer “cirkulär” fordonsindustri. Genom att analysera cirkulär ekonomi inom en “postmodernistisk kontext” och med användning av “konsumentkulturteori” (eng. “Consumer Culture Theory”, CCT) som en del av studiens ramverk syftar denna uppsats till att ge en djupare förståelse för hur symboliska och kulturella värden påverkar implementeringen av cirkulär ekonomi. Genom att använda elbilar som ett exempel på cirkulär ekonomi studerades konsumenternas bakomliggande drivkrafter till förvärvet. Dessutom genomfördes en noggrann analys av elbilens bidrag till den cirkulära ekonomin för att försöka förstå vad det innebär för en produkt att vara helt “cirkulär”. Genom en kvalitativ forskningsmetod utfördes telefonintervjuer med sju elbilsägare för att utforska deras erfarenheter av elbilar. Resultaten från studien visar att motiven för att investera i elbilar främst härrör från symboliska, tekniska eller ekonomiska faktorer som bidrar till respondenternas sociala status i samhället. Genom att respondenterna baserar valet av konsumtion av elbilar på känslor av lyx eller ekonomiska fördelar, snarare än att konsumtionen baseras utifrån miljömässiga faktorer, har det stärkt uppfattningen att sociokulturella faktorer kan leda till “tröghet” (eng. “inertia”) gällande införandet av den mera resurseffektiva cirkulära ekonomin. Respondenterna anser att elbilen kan bli en del av den cirkulära ekonomin på sikt, men att batterier och återvinning av dessa behöver utvecklas och att den i nuläget har en oklar kontribution till cirkulär ekonomi. / At the core of the theory of the “circular economy” (CE) is efficient resource-management. Effectively reusing material and components in a “circular system” serves as an alternative to the linear production model that has caused environmental concerns. Implementing a “circular economy” (CE) is, however, hampered by criticism since it is too vague a theory, pursuing a technological and economic agenda and therefore not taking into account the many social and cultural factors that drive consumption in society. The innovation of electric cars is seen as a part of the solution to the environmental problems. But even with a positive climate approach, it still seems to be a challenge for actors to create incentives for consumers to start investing in electric cars and move towards a more “circular” car industry. Within the context of postmodernism and “consumer culture theory” (CCT), this thesis focuses on how symbolic and cultural values in consumers affect the implementation of a circular economy. Using electric cars as an example of circular economy production, the thesis aims at investigating what makes consumers purchase an electric vehicle. In the same context, a deeper analysis of the electric cars contribution to the circular economy was conducted to understand what it means for a product to be fully “circular”. By employing a qualitative research methodology, phone interviews were conducted to explore the respondents experience of electrical cars. Findings from this research reveal that the motivation to buy electric cars predominantly stem from symbolic, technical, or economic values that contribute to the respondent’s social status in society. The choice to consume electric cars is driven by needs of luxury or economic benefits rather than environmental concerns. This strengthens the notion that sociocultural factors can lead to inertia regarding the implementation of a more resource-efficient circular economy. The respondents believe that electric cars can make a better contribution to the circular economy in the future, emphasizing the need for more efficient recycling of electric vehicle batteries.

<p dir="ltr"><a href="" target="_blank">ABSTRACT</a></p><p dir="ltr">This dissertation delves into postmodern wordless picture books, employing a multimodal content analysis across twenty-eight titles. It stands on a theoretical framework amalgamating concepts from multimodality grounded in social semiotics, critical literacy, and postmodernism. Among the corpus, three titles— <i>Alien Nation</i> (Bassi, 2021), and <i>The Rabbits</i> (Tan, 1998) and <i>The Other Side</i><i> </i>(Bányai, 2005)— emerge as principal subjects of analysis, with the remaining twenty-five titles providing contextual support. Guiding this journey is Barthes' (1977) tripartite model of visual textual meaning at the literal, symbolic, and personal levels, illuminating the intricate layers of the analyzed picture books.</p><p dir="ltr">The analysis unveils distinguishing features of these books: 1) Disruption of boundaries of story worlds and reality; 2) Disruption of space and/or time; 3) Multiple levels of intertextuality; 4) Visual incongruity, visual metaphor and 5) Personal Narratives. Such characteristics are found to challenge narrative conventions, blur reality-fiction distinctions, and implore readers to cultivate personal narratives and critical interpretations.</p><p dir="ltr">However, the research's significance extends beyond feature identification. It births a postmodern literacy pedagogy that encompasses visual, critical, and postmodern dimensions. This pedagogy advocates for embedding postmodern wordless picture books in pre-service teacher curricula. The aim surpasses genre acquaintance, aspiring for a profound grasp of the books' visual nuances and ideological layers. As these visual dynamics play a pivotal role in shaping a reader's experience, they bolster critical reading and foster personal and emotive connections to narratives. By engaging with such books, pre-service teachers gain multifaceted insights into intricate social and historical issues. They're empowered to question prevailing narratives, embrace diverse perspectives, and champion social justice and educational equity. Viewed through this prism, postmodern wordless picture books serve as powerful tools, guiding future educators to see the world from diverse perspectives, navigate uncertainties, foster empathy, and empower varied voices, ultimately becoming advocates for change and inclusion.</p>

Text in German / We live in a time of postmodern influence which proclaims that there are no absolute values and all opinions are equal. Consequently it is thought that no one can judge whether something is right or wrong. But, according to the Bible`s instructions, that is exactly what we should do. We shouldn’t conform to the world, but let God change our thinking and being. This is the only way to recognize right or wrong (Romans 12:2). As Christians we have been commissioned by Jesus to carry the gospel into all the world and to lead people to become his followers. For this reason we have to ask the question in this age of how the gospel can be made plausible in a postmodern context and how Christian values can be made understood. H-P Hempelmann has already dealt with such questions intensively. For this reason, this thesis will, among other things, examine his apologetic method. / Wir leben in einer Zeit postmoderner Einflüsse, in der dafür eingetreten wird, dass es keine absoluten Werte gibt und alle Meinungen gleichwertig sind. Dies hat zur Folge, dass angeblich keiner mehr beurteilen kann, ob etwas richtig oder falsch ist. Doch genau dies sollen wir nach den Anweisungen der Bibel tun. Wir sollen uns nicht der Welt anpassen, sondern unser Denken und Wesen von Gott verändern lassen. Nur auf diese Weise ist es möglich, zu erkennen, was richtig oder falsch ist (Röm 12,2). Als Christen haben wir von Jesus Christus den Auftrag erhalten, das Evangelium in alle Welt hinauszutragen und Menschen in seine Nachfolge zu führen. Aus diesem Grund stellt sich in der heutigen Zeit die Frage, wie das Evangelium im postmodernen Kontext plausibilisiert werden kann und wie christliche Werte verständlich gemacht werden können. Heinzpeter Hempelmann hat sich bereits sehr intensiv mit solchen Fragen auseinandergesetzt. Deshalb wird in dieser Arbeit u.a. sein apologetischer Ansatz überprüft. / Systematic Theology & Theological Ethics / M. Th. (Systematic Theology)

Text in German / We live in a time of postmodern influence which proclaims that there are no absolute values and all opinions are equal. Consequently it is thought that no one can judge whether something is right or wrong. But, according to the Bible`s instructions, that is exactly what we should do. We shouldn’t conform to the world, but let God change our thinking and being. This is the only way to recognize right or wrong (Romans 12:2). As Christians we have been commissioned by Jesus to carry the gospel into all the world and to lead people to become his followers. For this reason we have to ask the question in this age of how the gospel can be made plausible in a postmodern context and how Christian values can be made understood. H-P Hempelmann has already dealt with such questions intensively. For this reason, this thesis will, among other things, examine his apologetic method. / Wir leben in einer Zeit postmoderner Einflüsse, in der dafür eingetreten wird, dass es keine absoluten Werte gibt und alle Meinungen gleichwertig sind. Dies hat zur Folge, dass angeblich keiner mehr beurteilen kann, ob etwas richtig oder falsch ist. Doch genau dies sollen wir nach den Anweisungen der Bibel tun. Wir sollen uns nicht der Welt anpassen, sondern unser Denken und Wesen von Gott verändern lassen. Nur auf diese Weise ist es möglich, zu erkennen, was richtig oder falsch ist (Röm 12,2). Als Christen haben wir von Jesus Christus den Auftrag erhalten, das Evangelium in alle Welt hinauszutragen und Menschen in seine Nachfolge zu führen. Aus diesem Grund stellt sich in der heutigen Zeit die Frage, wie das Evangelium im postmodernen Kontext plausibilisiert werden kann und wie christliche Werte verständlich gemacht werden können. Heinzpeter Hempelmann hat sich bereits sehr intensiv mit solchen Fragen auseinandergesetzt. Deshalb wird in dieser Arbeit u.a. sein apologetischer Ansatz überprüft. / Philosophy, Practical and Systematic Theology / M. Th. (Systematic Theology)

The church music of the Southern African Dutch Reformed Church is in the midst of a paradigm shift: traditional liturgy is changing; in many church services well-known organ music and congregational singing are making way for music in a contemporary style. A music band is often used instead of the organ and hymns from the Liedboek are mostly replaced by songs in various styles. Traditional liturgical music is in a period of uncertainty and experimentation. The views of clergymen and church musicians seem to often and increasingly diverge when considering spirituality of the services and the role that congregational music plays in the spirituality. Research has shown that the organ is still the music instrument of choice for services of the Dutch Reformed Church and that 90% of clergymen find the use of organ music in church a positive experience. The average post-modern church member prefers that traditional and current musical styles are used side-by-side in the liturgy and liturgical music of the church to cater for the requirements of the different spiritual styles in congregations. The writer establishes that effective organ playing, with or without other instruments, can adequately provide for the majority of these post-modern worship styles. It is necessary that organists adapt to the changing demands of congregations through continued studies. / MMus (Musicology), North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, 2014

The church music of the Southern African Dutch Reformed Church is in the midst of a paradigm shift: traditional liturgy is changing; in many church services well-known organ music and congregational singing are making way for music in a contemporary style. A music band is often used instead of the organ and hymns from the Liedboek are mostly replaced by songs in various styles. Traditional liturgical music is in a period of uncertainty and experimentation. The views of clergymen and church musicians seem to often and increasingly diverge when considering spirituality of the services and the role that congregational music plays in the spirituality. Research has shown that the organ is still the music instrument of choice for services of the Dutch Reformed Church and that 90% of clergymen find the use of organ music in church a positive experience. The average post-modern church member prefers that traditional and current musical styles are used side-by-side in the liturgy and liturgical music of the church to cater for the requirements of the different spiritual styles in congregations. The writer establishes that effective organ playing, with or without other instruments, can adequately provide for the majority of these post-modern worship styles. It is necessary that organists adapt to the changing demands of congregations through continued studies. / MMus (Musicology), North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, 2014