Understanding Exponential Growth
Objectives
- To understand the difference between exponential and linear growth.
- To identify the components of exponential thinking.
- To begin to think exponentially and better predict the future.
- To evaluate the impact of technology in various fields and industries.
Key Concepts
- Exponential Growth
- Linear Growth
- Moore’s Law
Module overview
Our brains and minds have evolved to think in linear and local rates, whereas technology is evolving at a global and exponential rate. There is a real danger in continuing to think linearly in a world that is accelerating exponentially.
This module will give learners an overview of the contrast between linear and exponential growth. Learners will identify the driving forces behind this accelerating change and learn to adopt an exponential mindset throughout their lives and careers.
Details
Skills
Moonshot Thinking
Futures Thinking
Big Picture Thinking
Digital Literacy
Cross Curricular programs and links
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