Technological Singularity
Objectives
- To examine the meaning and significance of the Singularity
- To analyze the impact of exponential technologies
Key Concepts
The Technological Singularity
Exponential Technologies
Great-than-human Intelligence
Module overview
The technological singularity is the idea that the invention of artificial super-intelligence will abruptly trigger runaway technological growth, resulting in unfathomable changes to human civilization.
What would the role of humans be in a world where we have greater than human artificial intelligence? In this module, we will explore the concept of the coming technological singularity and its implications on our lives.
Details
Skills
Critical Thinking
Creativity & Imagination 
Citizenship & Stewardship 
Big Picture Thinking 
Futures Thinking
Moonshot Thinking
Cross Curricular programs and links
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