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- Gaming Presentation 9 December 10:40 - 10:50AM
Worlds Without End
Where did building the Metaverse go wrong? How can we take AI and machine learning from hype to productivity at scale? And how can we empower creativity in connected virtual spaces that people actually want to inhabit? Brendan "PLAYERUNKNOWN" Greene, creator of the global hit game PUBG, shares his vision for the next era of gaming: planet-sized virtual worlds where millions of users play, create, and share infinite new experiences.
Forum Stage - Technology Panel 8 December 2:15 - 2:30PM
The Invisible Rules of the Internet
Social media platforms shape public discourse through curation and moderation. During COVID-19, content moderation, inclusive of removals and downranking, raised concerns about silencing marginalized voices. A 2020 Anti-Defamation League survey found that 36% of U.S. adults faced online harassment, with 20% of those cases linked to political views, underscoring the difficulty of managing polarizing content. As algorithms dictate what’s seen or suppressed, how can we build digital spaces that protect expression and integrity?
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- Picture Workshop 8 December 12:15 - 2:15PM
From Idea to Story: Exploring Your Voice as a Screenwriter 1\2
Day 1 — Discovering the Idea and Building the Foundation Day 1 focuses on identifying strong story ideas and drawing inspiration from personal experiences, social issues, and real-life events. Participants engage in practical exercises to extract ideas from everyday life and start developing them into a dramatic premise. Includes group discussions and feedback from the instructor to refine initial concepts.
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- Media Fireside 10 December 10:00 - 10:20AM
Preparing Youth for a World of Infinite Information
In today’s information-saturated world, media fluency is as essential as reading or math. Yet a 2024 News Literacy Project survey found that only 39% of U.S. teens receive formal media literacy education, and just 18% can accurately distinguish news from ads, opinion, or entertainment. As students navigate increasingly AI-driven and conspiratorial media ecosystems, how can schools equip them to think critically, discern truth, and shape the digital world they’re inheriting?
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- Media Fireside 9 December 5:50 - 6:05PM
The Threshold of Truth
In a polarized media landscape, journalism is torn between objective reporting and rising demands for advocacy. A 2023 Knight Foundation/Gallup poll found that only 9% of Americans see little political bias in the news, with Edelman reporting that 59% believe journalists intentionally mislead to advance agendas. As audiences seek truth and impact, where should media draw the line, and how can it rebuild trust without losing relevance?
Forum Stage - Picture Workshop 9 December 11:45AM - 1:45PM
Finding Your Voice in a Very Competitive Film Market 1\2
Day 1 — Understanding Your Voice The workshop focuses on helping participants discover their unique creative voice and clarify tone, genre, and style. Includes practical exercises, case studies, and feedback on initial project ideas.
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