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Platform Thinking for the Metaverse (Coursera)

Offered by Politecnico di Milano,

Welcome to "Platform Thinking for the Metaverse," a MOOC designed to introduce you to the concept of platform thinking and its application in the creation and development of virtual worlds, and more broadly on how to deal with new disruptive (digital) technologies..

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In this course, we will explore the concept of disruptive technologies and technological cycles and how they have shaped the development of the Metaverse. We will also delve into the concept of mediamorphosis and the role it plays in matching virtual and real worlds. We will examine the technologies behind the Metaverse and the implications for platform models. We will also look back at the history of the Metaverse and consider its future development. Finally, we will discuss the importance of adopting a platform thinking mindset as we approach the Metaverse and consider the role of platform providers and complementors. Whether you're a business professional, entrepreneur, or simply interested in the future of virtual worlds, this course will provide valuable insights and knowledge on the role of platform thinking in the Metaverse.
This course is part of the Platform Thinking: Innovation in digital business models era Specialization.

What you'll learn

Understand the role digital technologies in enabling platform models
Assess the various strategies to cope with technological evolution
Analyze previous technological cycles to learn from them and get ready to react to the future
Assess innovation opportunities, through platforms, driven by technological evolution

Syllabus

Week 1 - Introduction to the course
Week 2 - Getting ready
Week 3 - The Metaverse
Week 4 - Platform Thinking for the Metaverse

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