Re: [xmca] Unbelievable

From: Martin Packer (packer@duq.edu)
Date: Wed Oct 18 2006 - 18:00:57 PDT


But this is precisely an example of a theory in which socio-historical
evolution is seen as shaping biological evolution, no? As David (Kellogg)
said a couple of days ago:

> I think that Vygotsky's position on the connection between learning and
> development, and also the connection between ontogenesis and socio-historical
> development, and even the connection between socio-historical development and
> biological evolution is that all of these things are indeed linked, but
> nevertheless distinct. Linked but distinct.

Martin

On 10/18/06 6:02 PM, "David Preiss" <davidpreiss@uc.cl> wrote:

> I wonder if the guy REALLY thinks this or is just seeking publicity.
> I am astonished how many evolutionary theories make it to the press
> these days. What is making these theories so fashionable is beyond my
> understanding. Is like a postmodern, late capitalism state of mind
> Any guesses?
> David
>
>
> On Oct 18, 2006, at 9:55 AM, bb wrote:
>
>> "Humanity may split into two sub-species in 100,000 years' time as
>> predicted by HG Wells, an expert has said.
>>
>> Evolutionary theorist Oliver Curry of the London School of
>> Economics expects a genetic upper class and a dim-witted underclass
>> to emerge. "
>>
>> http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/6057734.stm
>>
>> ---------------
>>
>> In the year 2525
>> If man is still alive....
>>
>>
>> From: "Mike Cole" <lchcmike@gmail.com>
>> Date: October 14, 2006 9:55:13 PM GMT-04:00
>> To: "eXtended Mind, Culture, Activity" <xmca@weber.ucsd.edu>
>> Subject: Re: [xmca] interweaving
>>
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