In 2017, I explored the concept of Technology Quotient (TQ) as a measure of our ability to navigate the evolving digital world. The conversation was centered on a dichotomy: technology’s battle between IQ and EQ. Back then—a technological lifetime ago—TQ was framed as a way to capture our capacity to understand, interact with, and thrive in an increasingly technical society—a society still dominated by hardware, software, and user engagement.
Fast forward to today, and the world has shifted significantly. Large Language Models have reshaped the technological and human landscape, pushing us beyond my former perspective on TQ. These tools blur the lines between intellect, emotion, and creativity. They are not just technical systems we operate; they are collaborators that amplify human potential and even thought.
In light of these changes, it’s time to revisit and redefine my earlier thinking about TQ—not as a battle between IQ and EQ, but as a multidimensional framework that captures the symbiosis between humans and AI. This new TQ reflects the skills and literacies required to thrive in a world where technology is not just a tool, but an extension of our cognitive and even our emotional capabilities.
1. Collaborative Intelligence: Partnering Effectively with........