MEMOIR OF PROFESSOR LECH W. ZACHER

Krystyna LEŚNIAK-MOCZUK

Publication language: Polish

Journal article

Numer specjalny Lech W. Zacher in memoriam

Transformations No. 3 (118) 2023,  Publication date: 29 September 2023

Abstract Memories are sometimes fleeting. However, it is worth recalling the memory of those who have passed away. Their legacy always remains with us, even if we are not aware of it. In the text I remember a great scholar, Professor Lech W. Zacher. An outstanding and unique individual. In it I recall the moments [...] Read more.

NETWORKS OF INFORMAL STRUCTURES IN EDUCATION

Włodzimierz CHOJNACKI, Adam KRUK, Anna RULKIEWICZ, Alina BETLEJ

Publication language: Polish

Journal article

Numer specjalny Lech W. Zacher in memoriam

Transformations No. 3 (118) 2023,  Publication date: 29 September 2023

Abstract Knowledge about the flow of data and information on the functioning of the network of informal structures of public institutions in sociological, psycho-logical, economic and pedagogical literature is still at the stage of early structur-ing, not to say amorphous or metaphorical in relation to needs [...] Read more.

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES IN JUDICAL PROCEEDINGS–SOME REMARKS ON SWEDISH JUDICAL PROCEDURE

Małgorzata SKÓRZEWSKA-AMBERG

Publication language: Polish

Journal article

Numer specjalny Lech W. Zacher in memoriam

Transformations No. 3 (118) 2023,  Publication date: 29 September 2023

Abstract The use of modern digital technologies enabling real-time video and audio transmission has had a significant impact on the functioning of societies, including public administration. During the COVID-19 pandemic, court hearings conducted partly or completely remotely necessarily became a reality in many [...] Read more.

THE CRISIS OF CAUSALITY IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF MODERN TECHNOLOGIES

Janusz GOLINOWSKI

Publication language: Polish

Journal article

Numer specjalny Lech W. Zacher in memoriam

Transformations No. 3 (118) 2023,  Publication date: 29 September 2023

Abstract The paper aims to provide an overview of the major opportunities and challenges of the fourth phase of globalization, characterized by a high level of economic and geopolitical complexity and uncertainty. AI holds tremendous potential in enabling progress in all segments of society. Rapid technological [...] Read more.

FUTUROLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS FROM ECO-PHILOSOPHICAL PERSPECTIVE

Wiesław SZTUMSKI

Publication language: Polish

Journal article

Numer specjalny Lech W. Zacher in memoriam

Transformations No. 3 (118) 2023,  Publication date: 29 September 2023

Abstract The article contains the author's thoughts on what awaits humanity in the near future, probably still this century. And it looks dramatic. Contrary to common sense and the warnings of ecologists, people continue to irresponsibly destroy the natural environment and exterminate many species of fauna. [...] Read more.

SENIORS IN THE NETWORK SOCIETY. GENERATION GAP OR DIGITAL EXCLUSION?

Małgorzata ORŁOWSKA

Publication language: Polish

Journal article

Numer specjalny Lech W. Zacher in memoriam

Transformations No. 3 (118) 2023,  Publication date: 29 September 2023

Abstract This text addresses the issue of the quality of life of Polish retirees from the babyboomers generation, putting the question whether, and if YES, to what extent and extent it differs from the level of life of their peers living in individual countries of the European Union. Special attention is paid [...] Read more.

MEDIA TECHNOLOGY TRANSFORATIONS. FROM TAM- TAMS TO CHAT GPT

Tomasz GOBAN-KLAS

Publication language: Polish

Journal article

Numer specjalny Lech W. Zacher in memoriam

Transformations No. 3 (118) 2023,  Publication date: 29 September 2023

Abstract The author analyzes the evolution and transformation of media technologies, starting from Tam-Tams to Chat GPT. In his interdisciplinary considerations, he refers to the works of such authors as Alvin Toffler, Paul Levinson, Steve Case, Roger Fidler, Marshall McLuhan, among others. He begins with a [...] Read more.

THE IMPACT OF SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT ON CIVILIZATION CHANGES THROUGHOUT HISTORY – IN THE PUBLIC PERCEPTION

Ewa POLAK

Publication language: Polish

Journal article

Numer specjalny Lech W. Zacher in memoriam

Transformations No. 3 (118) 2023,  Publication date: 29 September 2023

Abstract Modern technology, especially artificial intelligence, offers growing chances not only of economic development, but provides almost unlimited possibilities of monitoring and manipulation, also in the democratic countries and the threat of authoritarianism and even totalitarianism on a global scale. [...] Read more.

HUMAN IN COMPARISON TO TECHNIQUE AND CHANGE. A FEW QUESTIONS ABOUT SOCIETY AND EDUCATION IN LECH W. ZACHER'S WORKS

Monika MICZKA-PAJESTKA

Publication language: Polish

Journal article

Numer specjalny Lech W. Zacher in memoriam

Transformations No. 3 (118) 2023,  Publication date: 29 September 2023

Abstract In the article, subject considered and analised the problem of forming relations of human-techniques in the perspective of postmodern changes, constituting one of the most crucial parts of Lech W. Zachary's works and studies. In particular, it brings attention on - often brang up by him - matter of [...] Read more.

RESEARCH ON THE EVOLUTION OF THE MODERN WORLD. INSPIRATIONS IN THE CONCEPTS OF LECH W. ZACHER

Mirosław GEISE, Janusz GOLINOWSKI

Publication language: Polish

Journal article

Numer specjalny Lech W. Zacher in memoriam

Transformations No. 3 (118) 2023,  Publication date: 29 September 2023

Abstract The inspiration for the research undertaken by the authors was the thoughts and ideas found in the scientific output of the late Lech W. Zacher. At one of the scientific conferences, we had the honor of hearing for the first time the speech of this distinguished scientist. The paper delivered by the [...] Read more.