Part 4/9:
The Agricultural Revolution
The Industrial Revolution
The Information Revolution
Each phase has occurred within progressively shorter time frames, with the Information Revolution and its associated technologies like AI now rapidly changing the landscape of employment, learning, and social interaction.
The implications of these transitions can be overwhelming, and Chase suggests that the acceleration of change poses risks as well as opportunities. In the early stages of the Information Revolution, the move toward automation may ultimately lead to societal upheaval if not managed effectively.