How well do we know the world we live in? For a moment, imagine that there were only 100 people in the world. This exercise will allow you to understand how our world today is best represented. If the world were only a 100 people what would it look like? Pause for a moment and if possible jot down what comes to your mind as you think of this question. Now watch the video (at least until the first 1:40 seconds) “100 People- A World Portrait Links to an external site.”. Then review the detailed Statistics Links to an external site. of the data (updated in 2016) and read the rationale of how the data was collected Links to an external site.. These are some considerations that one needs to address whenever we intend to learn about global data!
There are two parts to the assignment:
Select “Start Assignment” and use text entry to describe how your impression of the world may (or may not) have changed. What were some of the data (list the topic and clearly mention the statistics) that you were most intrigued about and why (select at least two)? What were your pre-conceived notions on these data/topics? If there is one way you may contribute to better our world as seen through these data, what would you do? What were your thoughts on the data collection methodology? Word count – at least 350 . List the word count at the end.
Visit Mentimeter Links to an external site. to share data on one of the topics you have listed above. Make sure to report the specific statistics you shared above in your submission. Include your initials. Note – Mentimeter limits your submission to a few characters. Be brief.
