Beyond Classical Metaphysics: How To Consider the New Ontology of Man

The article's objective is to present the author's understanding of the evolving role of man in the new reality of rapid technology development. It is suggested that in the context of an increasing influence that high technologies (Hi-Tech) have on society and culture, arises the need for a new conception of the changes in the human ontology. The present article discusses the concepts of High-Ed (high educational technologies), Hi- Tech, and Hi-Hume (high humanitarian technologies) in their interrelation and intersection. In the context of technocratization of society, education and culture should be human-oriented and related to humanism as never before.