Don Ambrose - Creative Intelligence in the 21st Century

Don Ambrose discusses his work on creative intelligence, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary approaches to address 21st-century challenges. He highlights the metaphor of globalization as a wave with macro-problems underneath, such as climate change and inequality. Ambrose warns of the Hobbes trap, where ignorance of these issues leads to societal collapse. He advocates for developing creative intelligence to leap to the wave's crest, seizing macro-opportunities through collaboration and innovative education.

What is Don Ambrose's primary focus in his research?

• Analyzing economic trends

• Interdisciplinary theory development related to creative intelligence

• Studying ancient philosophies

• Developing new teaching methods

What metaphor does Don Ambrose use to describe globalization?

• A towering mountain

• A gigantic wave

• A flowing river

• A rising sun

Which of the following is NOT considered a macro-problem?

• Climate change

• Socioeconomic inequality

• Resource shortages

• Local traffic congestion

What is the Hobbes trap named after?

• A famous scientist

• A fictional character

• A pessimistic philosopher

• A historical event

What is one way to avoid the Hobbes trap according to Don Ambrose?

• Following traditional education methods

• Developing creative intelligence

• Ignoring macro-problems

• Focusing solely on local issues

What is a promising trend in 21st-century science according to the video?

• Siloed expertise

• National collaboration

• International and interdisciplinary collaboration

• Individual research

What is the potential benefit of scientific networking mentioned in the video?

• Increased competition among scientists

• Faster publication of research papers

• Generation of new solutions to enormous problems

• Reduction in research funding