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SOLVING COMPLEX PROBLEMS will teach you revolutionary new problem-solving skills. Involving lectures from over 50 experts from all faculties at Macquarie University, we look at solving complex problems in a way that has never been done before. This specialization uses the framework of Big History which synthesizes knowledge across the sciences and the humanities, and provides a powerful foundation to think and research in new ways. Big History has been embraced as an important global framework by the World Economic Forum (WEF). Presentations at WEF by Professor David Christian, one of the creators of this specialization, have included ‘Interdisciplinary Approaches to Solving 21st Century Challenges’ (Davos 2012), ‘Big History for Big Picture Thinking’ (Davos 2014), and ‘Big History, Big Decisions’ (Tianjin 2014). In 2015, the WEF Annual Meeting in Davos had four sessions devoted to Big History including three interdisciplinary ‘Big History, Big Future’ panels on cooperation, innovation, and global growth and stability. These interdisciplinary discussion panels were the inspiration for this Solving Complex Problems Specialization.Auto Summary
"Solving Complex Problems" is a revolutionary personal development course offered by Coursera, featuring insights from over 50 Macquarie University experts. Utilizing the Big History framework, it synthesizes knowledge across sciences and humanities to tackle 21st-century challenges. Inspired by interdisciplinary sessions at the World Economic Forum, this foundation-level course, led by Professor David Christian, is ideal for those seeking innovative problem-solving skills. Available with a Starter subscription, it offers a unique approach to complex issues, perfect for ambitious learners.

Instructor
A/Professor Iain Hay