Where Good Ideas Come From

Offered By: TED via YouTube

Course Description

Overview

Explore the origins of innovative ideas in this 18-minute TED talk by Steven Johnson. Journey through history, from London's coffee houses to Charles Darwin's gradual insights, challenging the notion of sudden "Eureka!" moments. Discover how interconnected networks and slow-forming hunches contribute to groundbreaking concepts, and learn how today's high-speed web influences idea generation. Gain insights into the creative process, including examples like NeoNurture and the Big Brother approach, while understanding the importance of connecting diverse ideas for fostering innovation.

Syllabus

Intro
Where good ideas come from
NeoNurture
The Big Brother Approach
Connecting Ideas

Taught by

TED

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