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How are changes in knowledge connected to social change? This essay will explore the definition of the word knowledge, the diversity of different forms of knowledge, and how advances in technological knowledge has brought about many changes in our daily lives and how old orthodoxies are being challenged bringing about social changes in today's world. It will also look at the connection between two different social science theories - the 'knowledge society' and the 'risk society' and identify their strengths or weaknesses. What exactly is meant by the word 'knowledge'? It, without doubt comes in different forms. There are different types of knowledge such as practical knowledge, institutional knowledge, common-sense knowledge and expert knowledge. There are specific areas of knowledge covering subjects such as medicine, religion and politics. Knowledge includes ways of thinking, different ideas, theories and explanations. Expert knowledge has authority and a great deal of power attached to it,...

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