Big Mind

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How Collective Intelligence Can Change Our World

By Geoff Mulgan

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Big Mind by Geoff Mulgan explores the concept of collective intelligence, examining how groups, organisations, and networks can outperform individual thinking through collaboration and shared knowledge. The book delves into how technology, culture, and social structures contribute to the phenomenon of 'big mind', offering insights into its potential to solve complex global issues. By blending psychology, philosophy, and practical examples, Mulgan provides a thought-provoking analysis of how collective intelligence can be harnessed for the greater good.
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You might enjoy this intriguing exploration if you're fascinated by how collective intelligence can be harnessed to solve major societal challenges. The author combines insights from philosophy and psychology to offer an in-depth look at how human and machine thinking can collaborate to tackle complex issues. This book will appeal to those interested in innovative ideas about the future of thinking and collaboration.

Big Mind

How collective intelligence can transform business, government, and our everyday livesA new field of collective intelligence has emerged in recent years, prompted by digital technologies that make it possible to think at large scale. This "bigger mind"-human and machine capabilities working together-could potentially solve the great challenges

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How collective intelligence can transform business, government, and our everyday lives.

A new field of collective intelligence has emerged in recent years, prompted by digital technologies that make it possible to think at a large scale. This bigger mind—human and machine capabilities working together—could potentially solve the great challenges of our time.

Gathering insights from the latest work on data, web platforms, and artificial intelligence, Big Mind reveals how the power of collective intelligence could help organizations and societies to survive and thrive.

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Big Mind by Geoff Mulgan has been praised for its insightful exploration into collective intelligence, blending philosophy and psychology. The book's innovative approach to how groups think and make decisions collectively was recognised by readers and critics alike. Named one of The Guardian's favourite reads of 2017, it was highlighted by scientists for its engaging narrative and potential real-world applications.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780691196169

Publisher: Princeton University Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 November 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Princeton University Press

Illustration: 5 line illus.

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

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Width: 156.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 288

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Computing & Technology Education & Reference Geoff Mulgan Non-Fiction Philosophy & Psychology

About the Author

Geoff Mulgan is professor of collective intelligence, public policy, and social innovation at University College London, and a senior visiting scholar at Harvard University's Ash Center. He was the founder of the think tank Demos and director of the Prime Minister's Strategy Unit and head of policy under Tony Blair. His books include The Locust and the Bee and Good and Bad Power.