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Chat GPT, Global wisdom, NovelAI, working backwards from solar punk futures for yourself and your systems change efforts | Free Udemy Course

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Last updated 2/2023Course Language EnglishCourse Caption English [Auto]Course Length 04:28:43 to be exact 16123 seconds!Number of Lectures 66

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Welcome to our virtual course on Backcasting from a Solar Punk Future using Generative AI: Chat GPT, Global Wisdom, NovelAI, and Systems Change!Are you ready to co-create a hopeful and realistic vision for the world with the help of advanced artificial intelligence and global wisdom? Then this course is for you!Through this course, you will learn how to use backcasting as a powerful tool for planning and decision-making, leveraging the power of generative AI and chat GPT to explore what is possible and what is needed to achieve a solar punk future. You will also learn how to utilize the concept of ikigai to identify your perfect role in the world and how to use systems change to transform the systems and structures that shape our world.Using these powerful tools and techniques, you will work backwards from a solar punk future to identify the steps needed to get there and how you can contribute to the realization of this aspirational and feasible vision.Join us on this journey to co-create a better future for ourselves and the world!Here are some reasons why someone might love this course:They want to learn how to use backcasting as a powerful tool for planning and decision-making.They are interested in using generative AI and chat GPT to explore what is possible and what is needed to achieve a solar punk future.They want to learn how to utilize the concept of ikigai to identify their perfect role in the world and contribute to the realization of a solar punk future.They are interested in learning how to use systems change to transform the systems and structures that shape our world.They want to co-create a hopeful and realistic vision for the world with the help of advanced artificial intelligence and global wisdom.Backcasting can be applied at various levels - from the individual to the global level - to create a hopeful and realistic vision for the future.At the individual level, backcasting can be used to identify one's perfect role in the world and how they can contribute to the realization of a solar punk future. It can help individuals to understand their strengths, passions, and values and how they can align them with the needs of the world.At the family level, backcasting can be used to co-create a vision for the future that reflects the hopes and needs of all members of the family. It can help families to identify their unique strengths and how they can work together to contribute to the world in meaningful ways.For systems change oriented products and services, backcasting can be used to identify the steps needed to create a more just and sustainable world. It can help organizations to understand the systems and structures that shape our world and how they can use their resources and expertise to transform them for the better.At the global level, backcasting can be used to create a vision for a world that thrives for all. It can help us to understand the interconnections between different systems and how we can work together to create a better future for everyone.This course leverages the work of Donella Meadows on vision in the policy process to help learners understand the importance of having a clear, feasible, and shared vision for a sustainable future. Meadows argues that envisioning a better world is a skill that can be developed, and this course will provide learners with the tools and techniques to develop this skill. Through the use of generative AI and backcasting methods, learners will learn how to build a responsible vision of a solar punk future that meets the needs of all people and preserves the natural systems of the world. By focusing on the values and motivations that drive the policy process, learners will be able to create a shared vision that can be used to guide their systems change efforts and contribute to the creation of a more just and sustainable world.Who this course is for:This course is intended for individuals who are interested in exploring the potential of backcasting as a tool for creating a hopeful and realistic vision for the future. It is suitable for individuals who are motivated by the concept of a solar punk future and are interested in identifying the steps needed to achieve it. It is suitable for those who are open to considering the role of AI in co-creative problem-solving and are interested in using tactical and strategic backcasting methods to plan for the future.It is suitable for those who are seeking to identify their perfect role in the world and understand the importance of systems change in achieving a solar punk future. It is not suitable for those who are resistant to considering the potential of AI or who are not open to exploring innovative approaches to planning and decision-making. It is not intended for those who are not interested in the concept of a solar punk future or who are not motivated by the idea of creating a hopeful and realistic vision for the future.

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9 Lectures | 31:55

14 Lectures | 15:54

Introduction
00:52
Sensemaking generative AI drawing on global wisdom.
It is important to draw on global wisdom traditions in making sense of generative AI and its potential uses aligned to the needs an dinterests of humans and biodiversity. We will cover a range of ways of making sense of the world through wise approaches drawn from a global context: Kaitiakitanga, Wu wei, Ubuntu, Ikigai, Cynefin, Mokoro, Wabi-sabi, Friluftsliv, Sarung Banggi, Jugaad, Mudita, Kaizen, Tonglen, and Shoshin.
Kaitiakitanga, for example, is a Maori term that refers to the responsible stewardship of natural resources, and can be applied to the use of generative AI in ensuring that technology is developed and used in a way that is respectful and sustainable.
Wu wei, a concept from Taoist philosophy, emphasizes the importance of non-action or non-striving in achieving goals, and can be applied to the development of generative AI technologies that operate in a more natural, effortless manner.
Ubuntu, a philosophy from the Bantu people of Africa, emphasizes the interconnectedness and interdependence of all living beings, and can be applied to the use of generative AI in promoting collaboration and cooperation among humans and technology.
Ikigai, a Japanese concept, refers to the sense of purpose and meaning in life, and can be applied to the use of generative AI in helping individuals and organizations find and pursue their goals and passions.
Cynefin, a framework developed by Dave Snowden, emphasizes the importance of context in decision-making and problem-solving, and can be applied to the use of generative AI in understanding and adapting to complex, dynamic environments.
Mokoro, a term from the Okavango Delta in Botswana, refers to the traditional mode of transportation in the region, and can be applied to the use of generative AI in developing technologies that are adaptable and resilient in challenging or unfamiliar environments.
Wabi-sabi: This is a Japanese concept that refers to the beauty of imperfection and impermanence. It could be used to explain how generative AI can be used to create solutions that embrace change and impermanence, rather than trying to control or stabilize everything.
Friluftsliv: This is a Norwegian term that refers to the idea of spending time in nature and embracing outdoor activities. It could be used to explain how generative AI can be used to create solutions that foster a sense of connection to the natural world.
Sarung Banggi: This is a term from the Tagalog language of the Philippines that refers to the practice of working together to accomplish a task or goal. It could be used to explain how generative AI can be used to create solutions that involve collaboration and mutual support.
Jugaad: This is a term from Hindi that refers to the practice of finding creative, resourceful solutions to problems. It could be used to explain how generative AI can be used to create solutions that are innovative and
Ikigai, a Japanese concept, refers to the sense of purpose and meaning in life, and can be applied to the use of generative AI in helping individuals and organizations find and pursue their goals and passions. Ikigai is a Japanese concept that refers to the overlap between what a person loves doing, what they are good at, what the world needs, and what they can be paid for. It is often used to identify one's perfect role in the world and can be a helpful tool in the backcasting process as we work to identify our place in the world and how we can contribute to the realization of a solar punk future.
Systems change refers to the process of transforming the systems and structures that shape our world in order to create a more just and sustainable future.
Learning objectives
01:04
Donella Meadows on Vision
02:18
Donella Meadows was an inspiring leader, scholar, writer and teacher who researched leverage and systemic change, who believed in the importance of vision for science and social progress. Donella Meadows encouraged others to use visioning to achieve their goals. You can see her present the larger work from which I quote in the lecture for this lesson here.
Intrinsic Motivation
01:21
Introduction to the example we will be working with throughout our courae
01:37
Use cases for regenerative AI (ChatGPT, NovelAI etc.)
00:57
Questions to ask for a social innovation strategy in anticipation of the future
00:43
Backcasting example (ChatGPT)
01:27
Prompt engineering aspirationally for your social innovation objective
00:43
About backcasting
00:33
About protopias
00:23
Backcasting vs scenario planning
00:19
Backcasting is a goal-oriented scenario methodology used to develop future models for planning purposes, such as urban sustainability[1]. It starts by defining a desired future state and then works backwards to identify the steps needed to reach that goal[2]. It is an alternative to forecasting, which is unlikely to generate solutions that break trends or challenge the status quo[3]. Backcasting can be used in combination with other foresight tools such as scenario planning and futures intelligence[2][4][5].
From Perplexity AI on Design Thinking
01:46
Scenario planning vs strategic planning (from Perplexity AI)
01:49

11 Lectures | 12:03

Backcasting from principles
00:57
Regenerative Futures
00:20
Systems thinking
00:40
Ecopsychology
01:54

Ecopsychology is an interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary field that focuses on the synthesis of ecology and psychology and the promotion of sustainability[1]. It is distinguished from conventional psychology as it focuses on studying the emotional bond between humans and the Earth[1]. Ecopsychology applies ecological and psychological theories and research methodology to study the relationship between people and the natural world, with a focus on wellbeing[2].It has its origins in Sigmund Freud's 1929 book Civilization and Its Discontents ("Das Unbehagen in der Kultur"), which discussed the basic tensions between civilization and the individual[1]. Robert Greenway developed a concept of "a marriage" between ecology and psychology, which he began teaching at Sonoma State University in 1969[1].The effects of nature may go deeper than providing a sense of well-being, helping to reduce crime and aggression[3]. Studies have shown that there are no “randomized, controlled studies” on the effects of nature on human health, but researchers are looking into “forest bathing” — walking in the woods — as well as aerosols from forests that may be inhaled during a walk[3][4].Ecopsychology is indexed/abstracted by several databases including PsycINFO, EBSCOhost, ProQuest, Google Scholar, Scopus, CINAHL Plus with Full Text, Academic Search Complete, PsycARTICLES, PubMed Central (PMC), Web of Science Core Collection (ESCI), CrossRef DOI Linking & more[4]. It is under the editorial leadership of Editor-in-Chief Peter H. Kahn Jr., University of Washington Department of Psychology[4].

1. Ecopsychology - Wikipedia
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ecopsychology
Ecopsychology. Ecopsychology is an interdisciplinary and transdisciplinarity field that focuses on the synthesis of ecology and psychology and the promotion of sustainability. [1] [2] [3] It is distinguished from conventional psychology as it focuses on studying the emotional bond between humans and the Earth.
2. What is ecopsychology?
https://www.ecopsychology.info/what-is-ecopsychology
1) Ecopsychology applies ecological and psychological theories and research methodology to study the relationship between people and the natural world. There is a focus on wellbeing. (Quote from Palmer, 2014; 2015:2) 2) Ecopsychology studies the relationship between human beings and the natural environment through both ecological and ...
3. Ecopsychology: How Immersion in Nature Benefits Your Health
https://e360.yale.edu/features/ecopsychology-how-immersion-in-nature-benefits-your-health
The global Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides shows clients how to use immersion in nature for healing. “The forest is the therapist,” the group’s slogan reads. “The guides open the door.”. Studies show that the effects of nature may go deeper than providing a sense of well-being, helping to reduce crime and aggression.
4. Ecopsychology | Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., publishers
https://home.liebertpub.com/publications/ecopsychology/300/overview
Ecopsychology is the only peer-reviewed journal that places psychology and mental health in an ecological context to recognize the links between human health, culture, and the health of the planet.The Journal seeks to reshape modern psychology by showing that it cannot stand apart from an intimate human connection with the natural environment.
Self-determination theory
01:14
Solar punk
00:33
Comprehensive Anticipatory Design Science
01:42
What is impact investing?
01:16
Systems change resources
00:11
Service learning- Ikigai purpose alignment function stacking mission & learning
01:43
How Service Learning and Skilled Volunteering can Bridge Skill Gaps & Social Innovation Gaps to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals
Positive deviance via Perplexity AI
01:30
Find solar punk examples
1 question
Identify examples in the world that inspire you regarding the future you want to see more of. William Gibson's quote- the future is here today but unevenly distributed applies. Identify examples that reflect the wisdom stack of principles that matter to you. #SolarPunkExamples

3 Lectures | 09:05

3 Lectures | 26:10

9 Lectures | 28:29

Chat GPT as a Design Science Partner
08:37
Ikigai, Self-determination Theory, PerplexityAI
03:37
Ikigai Perplexity AI
00:53
Ikigai (perplexityAI)
01:51
Design science partner for considering social innovation scenarios (ChatGPT)
02:41
Cynefin & Perplexity AI
00:48
Foresight with the accuracy of hindsight with backcasting via ChatGPT & NovelAI
04:50
Combinations of disciplines (from Novel AI)
03:27
To reach a regenerative future, a key microcosm of the world's thinkers had to gather ... [ in California] over a thirty year period. These people were key because they represented combinations of disciplines and fields that hadn't been in collaboration before that were critical path to reaching a regenerative future. The new fields were neologisms- combinations of existing fields that wouldn't have existed without ... gatherings.
1. Combination of anthropology of climate change, sociology of conservation, and the micro-economics of biodiversity became the field of anthro-resilience
2.Combination of sociology of conservation with systems thinking became sociobiology
3. Combination of biology, physics, and chemistry with economics became biocapitalism
4. The combination of physics with psychology/sociology became neurophysics
5. The combination of neuroscience with ecology became neurobioecology
6.The combination of cell biology and macroeconomics became bioeconomics
7. The combination of chemistry with philosophy became chemopragmatics
8.The combination of paleontology with evolutionary theory became palaeoecology
9. The combination of paleontology with computer science became palynology
10. The combination of epidemiology with medicine into medical epidemiology
11. The combination of climatology with geophysics into climatology
12. The combination of economics with political economy into ecoeconomics
13. The combination of biology with psychology into bioeconomics
14. The combination of mathematics with economics into mathconomics
15. The combination of biology with cosmology into cosmoeconomics
17. The combination of systems sciences with linguistics into semiotics
18. The combination of systems sciences with quantum mechanics into systems biology
19. The combination of systems sciences with computational complexity theory into computational complexity theory
20. The combination of information theory with biology into infobiotechnology
21. The combination of information theory with psychology into infopsychology
22. The combination of informatics with nanoscience into nanoinformation
23. The combination of information theory with psychology into informopsychology
24. The combination of information theory with linguistics into infolinguistics
25. The combination of information theory with linguistics into metalinguistics
26. The combination of information theory with philosophy into infoethics
27. The combination of informatics with psychology into infopsychology
28. The combination of informatics with physics into infospin
29. The combination of informatics with philosophy into infoethics
30. The combination of informatics with music into infomusicology
31. The combination of informatics with physical therapy into infotraspace
32. The combination of informatics with architecture into inframorphology
33. The combination of informatics with engineering into infroengineering
34. The combination of informatics with chemistry into infocoalchemy
35. The combination of informatics with computer science into infocomputation
36. The combination of informatics with physics into infropower
37. The combination of informatics with physics into infrascience
38. The combination of informatics with politics into inforaphy
39. The combination of informatics with history into informhistory
40. The combination of informatics with art into infrafuture
41. The combination of informatics with cosmology into infosculture
42. The combination of informatics with philosophy into infoethics
43. The combination of information science with biology into bioinfosecurity
44. The combination of information science with social computing into infostructure
45. The combination of information science with technology into infotechnology
46. The combination of information science with psychology into infopsychology
47. The combination of information science with statistics into infometrics
48. The combination of information science with computer graphics into infographics
49. The combination of information science with education into infolearn
50. The combination of information science with linguistics into infologeography
51. The combination of information science with medicine into infomedicine
52. The combination of information science with engineering into inforgraphics
53. The combination of information science with genetics into infogenetics
54. The combination of information science with psychology into infopsychology
55. The combination of information science with philosophy into infotheory
56. The combination of information science with politics into infopolitics
57. The combination of information science with philosophy into infopolicy
58. The combination of information science with social computing into infogov
59. The combination of information science with telecommunications into infotels
60. The combination of information science with politics into infopolit
61. The combination of information science with economics into infopolicy
62. The combination of information science with business into infopraxis
63. The combination of information science with geography into infogrid
64. The combination of information science with astronomy into infospace
71. The combination of information science with anthropology into infanthropology
72. The combination of information science with genetics into infopsychology
73. The combination of information science with literature into infography
74. The combination of information science with philosophy into infopolitics
75. The combination of information science with education into infolearn
76. The combination of information science with history into infrefuture
77. The combination of information science with cosmology
78. The combination of information science with religion into infrathistory
79. The combination of information science with astrophysics into infranet
80. The combination of information science with chemistry into infocoalchemy
81. The combination of information science with politics into inforaphy
82. The combination of information science with linguistics into infolinguistics
83. The combination of information science with statistics into infometrics
84. The combination of information science with computer graphics into infographics
85. The combination of information science with journalism into infobar
86. The combination of information science with business into infobiz
87. The combination of information science with medicine into infomedicine
88. The combination of information science with law into infomedic
89. The combination of information science with linguistics into infolinguistics
90. The combination of information science with music into infomusicology
91. The combination of information science with philosophy into infopolitics
92. The combination of information science with mathematics into infogmatics
Combinations of fields in paragraph form
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