Howard Rheingold: The new power of collaboration

The video explores the shift from a narrative of competition to one of cooperation across various disciplines. It discusses the evolution of communication and its impact on social organization, highlighting how new media have enabled collective action. The video delves into social dilemmas like the prisoner's dilemma and the tragedy of the commons, examining how cooperation plays a central role in biology and economics. It concludes by discussing emerging economic models driven by technology and cooperation, suggesting a potential new economic form.

What is the emerging narrative that challenges the traditional view of competition?

• A narrative emphasizing cooperation and collective action

• A narrative about technological advancement

• A narrative centered on economic growth

• A narrative focused on individual success

Which invention significantly increased literacy and enabled new forms of collective action?

• The printing press

• The wheel

• The steam engine

• The telephone

What does the prisoner's dilemma illustrate in terms of human interaction?

• The benefits of competition

• The importance of communication

• The challenges of trust and cooperation

• The inevitability of conflict

In the ultimatum game, what was a common reaction to unfair offers?

• Acceptance of any offer

• Rejection of offers not close to 50/50

• Negotiation for a better deal

• Ignoring the offer

What concept did Garrett Hardin use to discuss overpopulation?

• The assurance game

• The ultimatum game

• The prisoner's dilemma

• The tragedy of the commons

What did Elinor Ostrom discover about managing common resources?

• Humans always destroy common resources

• Technology is the key to managing commons

• Commons are best managed by governments

• Institutions can help manage commons effectively

Which company is known for open sourcing its software to benefit the commons?

• IBM

• Microsoft

• Facebook

• Apple

How does eBay solve the prisoner's dilemma in its marketplace?

• By offering discounts

• Through a feedback mechanism

• By providing insurance

• Through strict regulations

What is a key factor in the success of peer-to-peer production?

• Centralized control

• Bureaucratic structure

• Incentives of the marketplace

• Cooperation and sharing

What potential benefit does understanding cooperation have for society?

• It may alleviate forms of suffering

• It ensures political stability

• It eliminates competition

• It guarantees economic growth