Understanding Assumptions and Transformative Technologies

Understanding Assumptions and Transformative Technologies

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Lucas Foster

Philosophy, Technology, Education, Science, Social Studies

10th Grade - University

Hard

The video discusses the importance of recognizing assumptions and the role of diversity in revealing them. It highlights the significance of complex systems theory in finding optimal solutions and the need for diverse experiences. The video defines transformative technologies as those that make the invisible visible, expanding our assumptions. Historical technologies like the sail are explored for their impact on travel and cultural exchange. The video also covers modern technologies like augmented reality and the feelSpace belt, which enhance perception and understanding.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary benefit of diversity in understanding our assumptions?

It simplifies our assumptions.

It reveals and complexifies our assumptions.

It eliminates all assumptions.

It makes assumptions irrelevant.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to complex systems theory, where is the best solution likely to be found?

In a simple search space

In a complex search space

In a linear search space

In a random search space

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does diversity contribute to finding solutions in complex systems?

By reducing the number of possibilities

By increasing the complexity of assumptions

By simplifying the search space

By eliminating the need for assumptions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key characteristic of transformative technologies?

They make existing tasks slower.

They focus solely on efficiency.

They make the invisible visible.

They are only digital.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What distinguishes great technologies from good ones?

Great technologies are more expensive.

Great technologies are more efficient.

Great technologies are simpler.

Great technologies expand our assumptions.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common focus of society that limits innovation?

Creativity

Efficiency

Diversity

Complexity

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the invention of the sail impact human understanding?

It only improved fishing techniques.

It made travel unnecessary.

It allowed for the exploration of different ecologies and cultures.

It limited travel to local areas.

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the feelSpace belt?

To improve fashion sense

To enhance physical fitness

To help people detect magnetic north

To provide warmth

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does augmented reality play in understanding the world?

It limits our perception.

It simplifies complex data.

It replaces the real world.

It expands the real world.

10.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens when the feelSpace belt is removed after prolonged use?

Users gain new abilities.

Users feel more secure.

Users feel no difference.

Users feel insecure.

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