Ready, Set, Future! Introduction to Futures Thinking
Learn essential futures thinking techniques to spot opportunities, prepare for disruptions, and shape the future with creativity and strategic foresight.
Learn essential futures thinking techniques to spot opportunities, prepare for disruptions, and shape the future with creativity and strategic foresight.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Futures Thinking Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Define and apply futures thinking principles to real-world scenarios
Identify and analyze signals of change in various contexts
Understand historical patterns to predict future developments
Master four different types of futures thinking
Develop strategies to help others avoid future shock
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8 assignments
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There are 4 modules in this course
This comprehensive course introduces students to futures thinking methodology as developed by the Institute for the Future. Through four modules, learners master essential foresight techniques, learn to identify signals of change, analyze historical patterns, and apply different types of futures thinking. The curriculum combines theoretical frameworks with practical tools, enabling participants to spot opportunities for innovation and develop strategies for navigating future challenges.
Welcome to the Future
Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete
Signals of Change
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
Look Back to Look Forward
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Four Types of Futures Thinking
Module 4 · 3 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Pioneering Futurist and Advocate for Gaming's Potential to Transform Reality
Jane McGonigal, PhD, is a leading research director at the Institute for the Future in Palo Alto, California, with over a decade of experience in futures research and technology development. She is renowned for her innovative workshops, including "How to Think Like a Futurist" at Stanford University Continuing Studies, and has previously taught at the University of California, Berkeley. McGonigal is the author of two New York Times bestselling books: Reality Is Broken: Why Games Make Us Better and How They Can Change the World and SuperBetter: The Power of Living Gamefully. Her TED talks on gaming and its potential to improve lives have garnered more than 15 million views, highlighting her influence in the field. Through her work, McGonigal explores how gaming can enhance problem-solving skills, foster collaboration, and ultimately contribute to creating a better world.
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