Ethical Implications of Exponential Tech

Objectives

  • To highlight a few of the ethical implications of exponential technologies.
  • To identify the importance of existential intelligence in an age of machines.
  • To evaluate the role of schools in the future and the nature of work in the 21st century.

Key Concepts

  • Techno-philosophy
  • 21st Century Ethics

Module Overview

We’ve seen enormous strides in technology. We used to think only humans could do maths, create art, make music, and drive cars. Today we have AI that can do it better than most humans can. The big question then is: what is the purpose of education and what should the focus of schools of the future be? We’ve seen advances in technology, but for any society to truly succeed, we need to see a concomitant update in its moral and ethical framework as well.

This module considers the ethical and moral implications of exponential tech and focuses on the importance of existential intelligence in an age of exponential technologies.

Details

  • 45 minutes

  • yes certificate

  • no pre-requisites

  • 14 - adult age

Skills

  • Digital Literacy
  • Futures Thinking
  • Creativity & Imagination
  • Big Picture Thinking
  • Risk-taking & Adaptability
  • Moonshot Thinking

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