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- 1. Applying scientific thinking in the service of society The future of science is digital. Are YOU prepared? Presented by Ina Smith - @ismonet Project Manager, African Open Science Platform National Science Week Olympiad Focus Week 25 September 2019
- 2. Source: WeeTracker “The planned protest is to call for action to be taken against the job losses in the industry.” 2019 – 10 000 job losses Standard Bank closed 91 branches
- 3. Born digital generation Source: MTS Internet Baby Part 1 & 2 Combined [ MTS Internet Advertisement ]
- 4. 18th – 19th Centuries Europe & America Iron & textile industries, steam engine Picture of the "Puffing Billy" steam engine taken in the Science Museum in London. 1st Industrial Revolution
- 5. 1870 – 1940, prior WW1 Steel, oil, electricity Electric power used for mass production Telephone, light bulb, phonograph, internal combustion engine Bell on the telephone in New York (calling Chicago) in 10 March 1876: “"Mr. Watson-- come here--I want to see you." 2nd Industrial Revolution
- 6. Digital Revolution 1980 – Personal computer, Internet, and information and communications technology (ICT) Advancement of technology from analog electronic and mechanical devices to the digital technology today 3rd Industrial Revolution
- 7. Coined by Klaus Schwab – German engineer and economist, best known as the founder and executive chairman of the World Economic Forum 4th Industrial Revolution
- 8. “The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) has been defined as technological developments that blur the lines between the physical, digital and biological spheres. It integrates cyber-physical systems and the Internet of Things, big data and cloud computing, robotics, artificial intelligence (AI)-based systems and additive manufacturing. Compared to previous industrial revolutions, this one is evolving at an exponential rather than a linear pace, with potentially significant impacts on work, services, education and leisure. “
- 12. Collaboration key as part of 4IR Different perspectives from different people with different experiences, knowledge, backgrounds Give individuals a strong sense of purpose Reinforce that all are on the same team/the same side, not alone Sense of reward when team succeeds Solve problems faster, find solutions - SDGs Discover new strengths from fellow colleagues, yourself, personal growth
- 13. Importance of partners’ success is as great as their own; own success depends on their partners’ success Willingly share the risks, responsibilities, resources, rewards of the work Collaborate to achieve together what we can’t achieve alone Source: Collaboration: It's Not What You Think (2016) – Debra Mashek (Psychology Today)
- 14. Google Docs Google Sheets Google Forms Etc Tools for collaboration
- 15. Collaborative tools in science
- 18. The world’s most valuable resource is no longer oil but data. As a result, the skills required to convert data into insights that generate revenues are in high demand.
- 19. Collect via social media tools, mobile phones, surveys, telescopes, microscopes, drones, cameras, and many more! Use collected data in intelligent ways
- 20. “The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) and attendant rapid technological changes are creating opportunities for improved quality of life and increased national competitiveness, but are also putting some traditional jobs at risk.”
- 25. By 2025, it is estimated that 26-30 billion devices in the home and workplace will be equipped with sensors, processors and embedded software, all connected to the IoT.
- 32. China is monitoring employees’ brain waves and emotions – and the technology boosted one company’s profits by $315 million
- 33. Under AI’s Watchful Eye, China Wants to Raise Smarter Students Source: The Wall Street Journal
- 34. Next-Level Surveillance: China Embraces Facial Recognition Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fq1SEqNT-7c
- 39. “Africa’s technology scene is booming, with over 400 tech hubs that range from software engineering to mobile money to blockchain technology.” https://medium.com/world-of-opportunity/africas-tech-talent-finds-its- place-in-the-global-economy-fe634ed1af40 Africa’s tech talent finds its place in the global economy By Neha Sud
- 40. “The adoption of digitalisation by African countries could add $300 billion (R4 trillion) to the continent's economy by 2026.” https://www.siemens.co.za/pool/about_us/ Digitalization_Maturity_Report_2017.pdf
- 43. What is a ‘digital citizen’? Source: Digital Citizenship Virtual Library
- 44. “A digital citizen is a person who has the knowledge and skills to effectively use digital technologies to communicate with others, participate in society and create and use/consume digital content.” Source: Digital Technologies Hub
- 45. • Digital & information literate • Safe on the Internet • Keeps private information private and secure • Behaves in a healthy, responsible and ethical way • Acknowledge work by others • Monitors his/her digital footprint A digital citizen is ….
- 55. "Optimism is an essential ingredient of innovation. How else can the individual welcome change over security, adventure over staying in safe places?" Robert Noyce