Describe the social structure and lifestyles of the 1960s Counterculture.
How did the Vietnam War influence the Counterculture? Is there a counterculture today?
I came to this page by means of search engine.. thanks for the history lesson..
The counterculture of the 1960s was a social and cultural movement that emerged in response to the prevailing norms and values of mainstream society at the time. It was characterized by a rejection of traditional social and cultural norms, instead embracing alternative forms of personal expression, lifestyle, and political activism.
The social structure of the counterculture was characterized by a strong sense of community and collective identity. People who identified with the counterculture often formed communes or alternative living communities, experimenting with communal living and resource sharing. The counterculture also emphasized the importance of personal freedom, self-discovery, and individual expression, which often led to exploration of alternative lifestyles and forms of creativity, such as communal living, organic farming, Eastern spirituality, psychedelic drugs, and experimental music.
In terms of the Vietnam War, it had a significant influence on the counterculture. The war was perceived by many as unjust and imperialistic, leading to widespread opposition and a sense of disillusionment with the government and mainstream society. This opposition to the war became a rallying point for countercultural activists, who protested against the war and advocated for peace. The anti-war sentiment shaped the counterculture's values and activism, serving as a catalyst for political mobilization and collective action.
As for whether there is a counterculture today, it is important to note that countercultures are not static or fixed entities but rather constantly evolving and adapting to the socio-cultural context. While the counterculture of the 1960s was distinct in its time and specific issues, there are still countercultural movements and subcultures today, albeit in different forms and with different issues at the forefront.
In contemporary society, you can find countercultural movements and communities that challenge mainstream norms and values, advocating for social justice, environmental sustainability, LGBTQ+ rights, and other causes. These movements often find expression through grassroots activism, alternative lifestyles, artistic expression, and digital platforms. Notable examples of modern countercultures include the punk movement, the hippie revival, and various subcultures associated with specific music genres or social movements. To understand the current countercultural landscape, it is important to engage with these communities, follow alternative media sources, and actively participate or support their causes and activities.
It looks as if what you need to do is learn how to conduct thorough and effective searches for yourself. That's what research is, and I'm sure that's what your teacher expects you to do -- conduct research. You are searching for information that is so specific that you have to be prepared for the possibility that none of it may be online. Or some may be, and some may not. In addition to searching on the Internet, you also need to make best friends with the reference librarian(s) in your local or college library.
http://www.sou.edu/library/searchtools/
At this webpage, you can go immediately to the search sites (first three columns across the top) -- or even better you can scroll down until you see the section called HOW TO SEARCH THE INTERNET. Those are the links to start with. You'll not only learn how to come up with good search terms, but also how to evaluate the webpages you get as results. Some will be good and others will be garbage. You need to know how to tell the difference.
My favorite way to search is to go to Google's advanced search page
< http://www.google.com/advanced_search?hl=en > and put my search words or phrases into the first or second search box (either "all the words" or "exact phrase"). However, there many other strategies for searching you can use, and the HOW TO SEARCH THE INTERNET section will help you best.
Learning HOW to use Google or other search engines can save you time and help you learn to find information efficiently. Here are some websites that can teach you how:
http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/TeachingLib/Guides/Internet/FindInfo.html
http://www.sou.edu/library/searchtools/searchtips.html
http://www.pandia.com/goalgetter/index.html
http://websearch.about.com/mbody.htm?once=true&COB=home&PM=112_100_T
... and one to help you judge whether a particular website's information is worth your time:
http://www.sou.edu/library/searchtools/evaluate.html
Happy searching.
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