TED: The problem with "trickle-down techonomics" | Jon Gosier

TED: The problem with "trickle-down techonomics" | Jon Gosier

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Business, Social Studies, Health Sciences, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the impact of civic technology projects, highlighting both positive and negative consequences. It questions the assumption that technology benefits everyone and explores examples in health, finance, education, and land ownership. The speaker emphasizes the need for ethical considerations in tech development to ensure inclusivity and mitigate unintended consequences.

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3 mins • 1 pt

In what ways can technology create barriers to education, as discussed in the text?

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What are the potential consequences of digitizing land ownership rights in East Africa?

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What responsibility do technologists have regarding the outcomes of the technologies they create?

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