Facts and Other Imaginary Things

What is FACT? - Facts and Other Imaginary Things

“Data does not make any difference, only action that matters” Alex Jackl is a technology strategist, futurist, and data scientist who specializes in developing eco-systems that support learners and educators. Alex is a leader in developing and maintaining the practical application of the use of the standards and data in various industries. His focus is on the implementation of mature, modern architectures and strategies that support good use of data that supports equity, diversity, and opportunity while respecting privacy and security. Alex will discuss the different definitions of FACT from the dictionary aspect. He will teach you some common ways of using it that can help you understand what it means and how you should use it. He will educate you on the different ways of looking at facts. He will guide you on how to interpret data and make decisions based on data. This is what we’re here for: * Why does the pyramid of truths useful for us * What makes specific facts a measurable truth * Why it matters to study the level of the pyramid of truth * How Fiction can be true * What are the different ways of looking at facts * What is the most dangerous approach in dealing with facts Episode highlight [00:21] Introduction [01:02] Topic 1 - The nature of Facts [01:41] The different definitions of FACT [04:31] The foundation statements for measurable truths [06:17] What is derivation? [07:04] The Induction and Inductive reasoning [09:04] Declaration is a complex kind of fact [10:06] The 9 ways of looking at facts [10:48] Topic 2 - The data does not matter [12:35] The Falsehood of Truth [14:36] Pyramid of Truth [15:08] 5 levels of the pyramid of truth [15:37] Data [16:11] Information [16:39] Knowledge [17:55] Understanding [18:56] Wisdom [20:52] Topic 3 - Action matters NOT ideas [21:20] Final remarks Connect with Alex Jackl: Anchor | Facts and Other Imaginary Things [https://anchor.fm/alex-jackl] Twitter | @ajackl [https://twitter.com/ajackl?lang=en] LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexjackl/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexjackl/]

Welcome to the Facts and Other Imaginary Things Podcast with Alex Jackl

“Ideas are very important, but ideas don't impact the world. What impacts the world is what you do.” Alex Jackl is an international expert in data standards, large-scale education data ecosystems, and a deep understanding of the use of data, information, and knowledge. This podcast is about applying design thinking to the things that are important to us, through curiosity and creativity, and some rigorous thoughtfulness. Alex plans to navigate us on this journey, alongside some experts over the course of this podcast. In today’s episode, Alex introduces us briefly to the podcast and what it hopes to achieve. He scratches the surface of the nine topics the podcast will explore that will enable us to live a life of creativity, curiosity, and design. Tune in to the show now to explore:    • What the Facts and Other Imaginary Things podcast and what you should expect to gain from the podcast    • A dive into the nine topics this podcast will explore    • The interconnection between these nine topics Timestamps [00:28] Introduction to Alex Jackl [01:04] The purpose of the Facts and Other Imaginary Things podcast and why you should listen [01:41] The nine topics this podcast is centered on [03:13] What is ‘the nature of facts’? [04:08] Exploring the pyramid of truth [04:54] Does data matter? [06:33] An insight into the complexity problem; taking cause and effect into account [09:11] Examining the simplicity pitfall [11:09] Expertise is a necessary tool [12:34] Opinions, feelings, beliefs, and assumptions; how things seem to be and what they really are [13:50] What is the nature of communication? [15:10] Introducing the concept of inquiry [16:03] The basis for action- understanding truths and facts [16:15] Living a conscious life Connect with Alex Email alex@bardicsystems.com [alex@bardicsystems.com]