Brief Introduction
An overview of divination systems, ranging from ancient Chinese bone burning to modern astrology.Course Summary
Explore the world of prophecy, oracles and omens in PredictionX. Learn how to analyze data to make predictions about the future.Key Learning Points
- Learn about the history and cultural significance of prediction methods
- Discover how to analyze data to make predictions about the future
- Examine the ethics of predictive technologies
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the methods and cultural significance of prediction
- Learn how to analyze data to make predictions
- Examine the ethical implications of predictive technologies
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of statistics
- Familiarity with data analysis software
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
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Notable People in This Field
- Nate Silver
- Cathy O'Neil
Related Books
Description
Course description
Humans have always sought to know their own future, be it the destiny of an empire or an individual's fate. Across cultures and history, we find people trying to find their place in the Universe by attempting to gaze into the future.
Join us for this one-week, immersive learning experience as we explore “pre-scientific” prediction systems ranging from ancient Chinese bone burning to the Oracle of Delphi to modern astrology and tarot, with practitioners and Harvard faculty leading the journey. We will examine the details of over a dozen prediction systems as well as theoretical frameworks connecting them.
This module is a part of PredictionX, which examines our efforts to predict the future over all of recorded history. PredictionX courses will cover topics from omens and oracles in ancient civilizations, which this course discusses, to the evolution of the general approach to science most take today as well as modern computer simulations and the role they play in predicting our futures today.
Knowledge
- What you'll learn
- A variety of methods from across cultures and history for divining the future
- A common framework that describes human attempts to predict the future
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The course is very informative and engaging.Pros from User Reviews
- The course content is well-structured and thought-provoking.
- The instructors are knowledgeable and provide clear explanations.
- The course materials are easily accessible and well-designed.
- The discussions and forum interactions are valuable and informative.
Cons from User Reviews
- The course workload can be overwhelming for some learners.
- The course may lack practical applications for some learners.
- The course may not be suitable for beginners or those with limited knowledge of the subject matter.
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An overview of divination systems, ranging from ancient Chinese bone burning to modern astrology. What you'll learn A variety of methods from across cultures and history for divining the future...
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This course is an overview of divination systems, ranging from ancient Chinese bone burning to modern astrology. A variety of methods from across cultures and history for divining the future....
