In the field of philosophy of technology,the concept of mediation is central to understanding how technology shapes human experience and behavior.Our aim in this paper is to contribute to the understanding of technolo...In the field of philosophy of technology,the concept of mediation is central to understanding how technology shapes human experience and behavior.Our aim in this paper is to contribute to the understanding of technological mediation,in particular how and why it is possible.Technological mediation occurs within a mediation space between the technological realm and the user realm.In the technological realm,technology regularizes events and actions,while in the user realm,the user interprets the significative potential of the technology.This interpretation process is identical with use and involves the formation of user habits,which are constrained by technological,cognitive,and sociocultural factors.To provide a theoretical framework for our analysis,we propose the Semiotic Model of Technological Mediation(SMTM),which draws on Charles Peirceʼs semiotics.To illustrate our argument,we focus on assistive technology and provide a recurring example of the Medimi®Smart,a digital,comprehensive system for medication handling.展开更多
.Authenticity refers to the distinctive individuality that differentiates a person from others,emphasizing uniqueness and sincerity of the self.In the era of rapidly evolving social media,authenticity has become a cor....Authenticity refers to the distinctive individuality that differentiates a person from others,emphasizing uniqueness and sincerity of the self.In the era of rapidly evolving social media,authenticity has become a core value in self-expression and identity construction,yet it also faces unprecedented challenges and reconceptualization.On one hand,users strive to present an authentic self on social platforms in pursuit of recognition and emotional resonance.On the other hand,algorithmic curation,content recommendation mechanisms,and platform-specific interaction rules constantly shape and intervene in users'expressive behaviors,blurring the boundary between the authentic and the performative.This paper examines the authenticity dilemma through case studies and a literature review,focusing on how technological mediation,capital logic,and social dynamics collectively challenge the notion of authenticity.Beginning with a conceptual deconstruction of authenticity,the study further explores the problems and manifestations of authenticity in contemporary social media environments.展开更多
文摘In the field of philosophy of technology,the concept of mediation is central to understanding how technology shapes human experience and behavior.Our aim in this paper is to contribute to the understanding of technological mediation,in particular how and why it is possible.Technological mediation occurs within a mediation space between the technological realm and the user realm.In the technological realm,technology regularizes events and actions,while in the user realm,the user interprets the significative potential of the technology.This interpretation process is identical with use and involves the formation of user habits,which are constrained by technological,cognitive,and sociocultural factors.To provide a theoretical framework for our analysis,we propose the Semiotic Model of Technological Mediation(SMTM),which draws on Charles Peirceʼs semiotics.To illustrate our argument,we focus on assistive technology and provide a recurring example of the Medimi®Smart,a digital,comprehensive system for medication handling.
文摘.Authenticity refers to the distinctive individuality that differentiates a person from others,emphasizing uniqueness and sincerity of the self.In the era of rapidly evolving social media,authenticity has become a core value in self-expression and identity construction,yet it also faces unprecedented challenges and reconceptualization.On one hand,users strive to present an authentic self on social platforms in pursuit of recognition and emotional resonance.On the other hand,algorithmic curation,content recommendation mechanisms,and platform-specific interaction rules constantly shape and intervene in users'expressive behaviors,blurring the boundary between the authentic and the performative.This paper examines the authenticity dilemma through case studies and a literature review,focusing on how technological mediation,capital logic,and social dynamics collectively challenge the notion of authenticity.Beginning with a conceptual deconstruction of authenticity,the study further explores the problems and manifestations of authenticity in contemporary social media environments.
