Knowledge and Democracy

Parallell to the technical process, the possession of knowledge has become increasingly important to society itself and to individuals and the collective in terms of their ability to influence social developments. In Sweden's case, the view is generally taken that popular movements and popular education of various kinds have hitherto served important purposes in the production of knowledge. More recently, essential changes have occurred in popular movements and colective action, both nationally and interntionally, making it imperative to inquire into the process whereby knowledge is accumulated, individually and collectively. The present article touches on these changes and their implications on the acquisition of knowledge.