X Equals Infinity - The Potential of New Crowdsourcing Research Platforms - TEDMED Great Challenges

This course explores the potential of new crowdsourcing research platforms in the field of medical innovation. The learning outcomes include understanding the role of crowdsourcing in accelerating research, analyzing the effectiveness and challenges of crowdsourcing in clinical trials and patient care, and exploring the implications of using human computing power in research. The course teaches skills such as patient voice analysis, utilizing social media for health activism, conducting quantitative analysis, and understanding policy implications of crowdsourcing. The teaching method involves a discussion-based approach with guest speakers from the field. The intended audience includes individuals interested in medical research, innovation, crowdsourcing, and the intersection of technology and healthcare.