Focus on the culture of remembrance: extremism past and present from propaganda to filter bubbles

Radical ideas have always existed, but while leaflets, speeches and secret meetings used to determine their dissemination, today algorithms, social media and personalized content are taking over this role. What is the difference between traditional propaganda and modern digital radicalization? What mechanisms ensure that people are drawn deeper and deeper into extremist ideologies? In this course, we will delve into the history of extremist movements, from the propaganda strategies of past centuries to the filter bubbles of today. We will analyze the role played by platforms such as TikTok, Telegram & Co, the dangers posed by radical influencers and how Islamism and right-wing extremism influence each other. We also discuss what measures media literacy and education can take to counter digital radicalization. Course content: - Extremism through the ages From flyers to viral videos - Radicalization online algorithms, filter bubbles and echo chambers - Dangerous influencers: who is behind extremist propaganda? - Prevention and media literacy At the end of the course, we will reflect together on how we can protect ourselves from manipulation and what solutions there are for a democratic digital future.