Understanding Historical Narratives and Augmented Reality

Glenn discusses the systemic erasure of black history and the presence of Confederate monuments. He introduces Movers and Shakers, a nonprofit using augmented reality to challenge historical narratives and promote social justice. The group has created AR installations to highlight figures like Colin Kaepernick and Serena Williams, aiming to educate and inspire change. Their vision includes using AR to support organizations fighting systemic oppression and reimagining public spaces with monuments of underrepresented groups.

What is the significance of Confederate monuments according to the speaker?

• They are symbols of unity and reconciliation.

• They represent a system that defines whose lives matter.

• They are historical artifacts with no current relevance.

• They are purely decorative and have no deeper meaning.

What lesser-known fact about Christopher Columbus is highlighted in the talk?

• He admitted to the exploitation of young girls.

• He was a hero to indigenous people.

• He was a peaceful explorer.

• He discovered America in 1492.

What is the primary goal of the nonprofit Movers and Shakers?

• To create traditional monuments.

• To organize sports events.

• To use technology to highlight oppressed narratives.

• To promote Italian-American culture.

How did the speaker use augmented reality in activism?

• By designing video games for entertainment.

• By creating virtual reality games.

• By developing educational apps for schools.

• By creating AR installations to tell true historical stories.

What action did Colin Kaepernick take to protest systemic racism?

• He organized a charity football match.

• He started a new football league.

• He wrote a book about racism.

• He took a knee during the national anthem.

What does the speaker suggest about the representation of women and people of color in monuments?

• They are only represented in private collections.

• They should not be included in historical narratives.

• They are underrepresented and need more recognition.

• They are well-represented in public spaces.

What is the vision for augmented reality as described by the speaker?

• To create a new social media platform.

• To replace all physical monuments with digital ones.

• To create a virtual reality theme park.

• To develop a 'Pokémon Go' for contextualized history.

How can augmented reality support organizations fighting systemic oppression?

• By illustrating social injustices and directing support.

• By providing entertainment.

• By offering virtual tours of historical sites.

• By creating advertisements for products.

What example is given to illustrate the injustice of cash bail?

• A newspaper article.

• A documentary film.

• A scene in augmented reality over a one-dollar bill.

• A scene in a courtroom.

What is the ultimate goal of using augmented reality according to the speaker?

• To reimagine a world prioritizing justice over oppression.

• To entertain people with new technology.

• To replace all physical interactions with digital ones.

• To create a new form of art.