Oh, the humanity

http://www.asimovonline.com/oldsite/future_of_humanity.html

In Issac Asimov’s “Lecture on Humanity”, given in 1973, he makes many predictions about the 21st century. He says, among other things, we’ll need population control, a shift in our view of education, a change in food production, and we’ll have to realize “we’re a world without war” (10).

As a young, intelligent member of the 21st century, what do you think of Asimov’s predictions? Have any of them come true? If they haven’t, should we work toward making any of them a reality? Why or why not?

What other elements of Asimov’s lecture appeal to you? What do you make of his humor? Of his anecdotes? Explain what we can learn from his pointed sarcasm and from some of the stories he shares with us.

And, finally, how does this lecture reflect qualities of synoptic philosophy and critical analysis? Give a specific example.

We are all excitedly awaiting your response, which is due by midnight on Sunday, March 6th.