Columbia professor proposes technocracy to remedy effects of the Great Depression

The video discusses the role of technology in the machine age, highlighting that the world depression is not due to machinery overproduction but rather the lack of control over it for human benefit. It emphasizes the need for machines to serve humans and the importance of providing work opportunities to share industrial benefits. The video suggests that applying technocratic principles could help America recover from depression.

What is the primary role of technology in the machine age according to the video?

• To replace human labor entirely

• To intelligently use energy

• To increase the production of goods

• To create new forms of entertainment

What is the actual cause of the world depression as mentioned in the video?

• Inability to control machinery for human benefit

• Overproduction of machinery

• Lack of technological advancement

• Scarcity of natural resources

What must machines become in relation to humans?

• Their master

• Their equal

• Their servant

• Their competitor

What is necessary for everyone to share in the fruits of industry?

• Government subsidies

• Higher education levels

• Opportunities for all to work

• Increased automation

How could America potentially recover from depression according to the video?

• By increasing exports

• By adopting technocratic principles

• By investing in agriculture

• By reducing taxes