Artifacts Quote by Howard Rheingold
“A forecasting game is a kind of simulation, a kind of scenario, a kind of teleconference, a kind of artifact from the future - and more - that enlists the participants as 'first-person forecasters.'”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Forecasting Game Presentation, 2005
A forecasting game blends simulation, scenario planning, and teleconference to engage participants as active forecasters of future outcomes.
In simple terms: It combines simulation and role‑play to predict futures.
Key Takeaway
Use games to explore future possibilities.
Themes
forecasting
simulation
collaboration
future studies
Mood
engaging
thought‑provoking
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- business strategy workshops
- policy planning
- education
- research projects
Key Concepts
scenario planning
participatory modeling
telepresence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you ensure diverse perspectives in a forecasting game?
- What limits does a game format impose on realism?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex systems or ignore unknown unknowns.
