TED Talks Daily How to predict the future with Jane McGonigal
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Dec 27, 2022 Discover how Jane McGonigal used social simulation games to explore pandemic responses long before they occurred. Learn about cognitive time travel and how imagining your future can shape it. The discussion covers 'signals of change' and the role of gaming in fostering innovative thoughts. Flipping facts challenges perceptions, urging us to think creatively about tomorrow. Finally, the power of optimism is highlighted in addressing climate migration and inspiring a more positive world.
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Pandemic Simulations
- Jane McGonigal ran pandemic simulations in 2008 and 2010, involving thousands of participants.
- These simulations eerily predicted aspects of the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, including social distancing and misinformation.
Social Simulations
- Social simulations prioritize social and emotional intelligence over algorithms.
- They gather data by asking people how they would react in hypothetical future scenarios.
Imagining Future Scenarios
- Imagine future scenarios by engaging with hypothetical news headlines and social media posts.
- This collective narrative approach helps explore potential future events and trends.
