Check out this very interesting video about the how information and information technology could potentially change our world. It makes a point that to be literate in the 21st century you need to know a lot more than you used to. I find the idea of the world working together to solve common problems, and create common knowledge both fascinating and inspiring.

An official update to the original “Shift Happens” video from Karl Fisch and Scott McLeod, this June 2007 update includes new and updated statistics, thought-provoking questions and a fresh design. For more information, or to join the conversation, click here.