Summer Study 2021 - Wednesday, July 14

Wednesday, July 14, 2021 - 10:00 to 12:00

Phase 1:

FIXED Viewing and Lunch Bunch: During this session, Scholars will share their thoughts about this complex topic and think about some of the ethical implications inherent in new technology. Together online, Scholars will watch the critically-acclaimed movie FIXED: The Science/Fiction of Human Enhancement. Then they'll have to opportunity to discuss their initial thoughts over a shared zoom lunch bunch.

    Wednesday, July 14, 2021 - 12:00 to 13:00

    Phase 1:

    Lunch Open Hours: Stop by Zoom Lunch Open Hours if you have any questions or need tech support.

    Wednesday, July 14, 2021 - 13:30 to 15:00

    Phase 1:

    Discussion of FIXED: After lunch, Scholar groups will assemble in Zoom breakout rooms to answer questions about topics presented in the film.

    1. Human beings are an incredibly varied bunch. So what does it mean to be “normal?” Why do you think definitions of “normal” vary so greatly?
    2. If you could change one thing about your body or your abilities, what would you change?
    3. From botox to bionic limbs, the human body is more “upgradeable” than ever. But how much of it can we alter and still be human? What do we gain or lose in the process?
    4. If new technologies can enhance human capabilities to make them smarter, faster, etc- how do you think that would change the conversation about being “able-bodied” or “normal” or “disabled?”

     

    Wednesday, July 14, 2021 - 18:00 to 20:00

    Phase 1:

    Watch a Movie: Join DO-IT Staff in watching a movie! Choices will be sent out beforehand so we can choose something we all want to watch together.