Emerging Technology
Explore the Technology Shaping Tomorrow
Understand and use the latest emerging technologies to find their implications on industry and culture.
Format
Delivery
Duration
Price
Online
4-8 Hours / Lesson
Self-paced
$399
1 of 4 courses in the
Certificate of Innovation and Design.
What you’ll learn
Develop the skills to anticipate future trends and leverage technology for transformative outcomes.
Explore frameworks for evaluating new technologies' risks and ethical implications.
Learn how to assess, integrate, and use technologies in real-world applications for meaningful innovation.
Who is this Class for?
For those aiming to make informed decisions about adopting and implementing new technologies within their teams.
For those seeking to build in-demand skills and adapt to the rapidly evolving technological landscape to meet the expectations of today’s tech-driven roles.
For those passionate about exploring the possibilities of AI, machine learning, and other groundbreaking innovations.
Lessons + Projects
Intro to Emerging Technology
Lesson 1
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Overview
Explore the transformative potential of emerging technologies and their profound impact on industries and society.
ProjectCreate a Tech Review
Deep dive into an emerging technology, explore its potential, and create a compelling review in the format of an article, podcast, or vlog that showcases its impact on the future of society and your career.
Internet of Things (IoT)
Lesson 2
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Overview
Discover how interconnected devices are revolutionizing how we live, work, and interact with the world around us.
ProjectBuild an Automation
Harness the power of IoT by designing and building an automation using tools like Zapier or IFTTT, showcasing how connected apps can simplify tasks, enhance workflows, and shape the future of productivity.
3D Printing
Lesson 3
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Overview
Uncover the endless possibilities of 3D manufacturing, from rapid prototyping to reshaping entire industries.
ProjectDesign a 3D Model
Unleash your creativity by brainstorming and designing a unique 3D model that reflects your ideas and interests, exploring how 3D printing can transform industries and revolutionize how we create.
Blockchain
Lesson 4
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Overview
Demystify blockchain technology's potential to transform trust, transparency, and transactions across sectors.
ProjectCreate an NFT and a Digital Wallet
Step into the world of blockchain by designing and minting your own NFT, gaining hands-on experience with digital assets while exploring how blockchain technology is shaping industries and the future of creativity.
Mixed Reality
Lesson 5
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Overview
Dive into the immersive world of augmented and virtual reality, where physical and digital worlds collide.
ProjectDemo VR/AR
Immerse yourself in virtual and augmented reality by exploring VR experiences and creating a custom AR lens, gaining firsthand insights into these transformative technologies and their potential to reshape industries and society.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Lesson 6
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Overview
Understand the power of AI to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and shape the future of humanity.
ProjectCreate an AI Recognition Prototype and Proposal
Design an AI-powered recognition tool and build a working prototype using Teachable Machine, showcasing how artificial intelligence can address real-world challenges, drive innovation, and shape the future of industries.
Showcasing Your Skills
Lesson 7
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Overview
Learn how to create a standout portfolio and develop thought leadership content that highlights your skills, showcases your projects, and positions you as an expert in your field.
ProjectPortfolio and Thought Leadership Content
Build a professional portfolio and create impactful thought leadership content to showcase your skills, reflect on your projects, and position yourself for future opportunities while gaining valuable feedback and practicing pitching your work.
Meet Your INSTRUCTORS
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Britton is a UX Lead at Linked Eats, shaping AI-driven digital storefronts for restaurants. With a background in marketing and design, he’s built intuitive, scalable products for startups and global brands alike. Passionate about mentoring and consumer behavior in tech, he balances his time between design, soccer, motorcycles, skiing, and mechanics.
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Dr. Randi Williams is an assistant professor at Carnegie Mellon and program manager at the Algorithmic Justice League, exploring AI’s impact on society. With a Ph.D. from MIT, she develops tools to help children engage with AI and has shaped programs that have reached thousands of students worldwide. Passionate about equity in tech, she’s dedicated to empowering the next generation of innovators.
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Certificate of Innovation and Design
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Creative Concepting
Learn how to achieve new levels of creativity using popular problem-solving techniques combined with AI to generate ideas and solutions yet to be discovered.
Pitching Ideas
Learn to create and design pitches that communicate your ideas to various audiences effectively.
Analytics for design
Collect, dashboard, and analyze data to generate insights that can be prototyped through design.
Emerging Technology
Understand and use the latest emerging technologies to find their implications on industry and culture.
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