The current state of knowledge is a moment in history, changing just as rapidly as the state of knowledge in the past has ever changed and, in many instances, more rapidly.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Knowledge evolves quickly, often faster than in previous eras.
- In plain terms
- What we know now changes fast, just like it always has.
- What can you take from it?
- Stay updated because information shifts rapidly.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does your field change?
- What stays constant?
Another view
Speed of change varies by field and context.
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