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Bias, assumptions and emotions: why we think what we think

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Bias, assumptions and emotions: why we think what we think Published: While highly efficient, the way we process information to make decisions is far from perfect. The nature of bias “Biases aren’t intrinsically bad,” says Andy. “In In fact, they’re often very useful.

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Dear Educators, a Balm for Deep Cuts: Navigating Racial Microaggressions at School

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Wait, what? I was in the first year of the top doctorate program in my field, and we were 20 educators-in-training being taught best practices of various communication research methods by supposed leading experts. I remember the first and only time I’ve ever yelled at a teacher in class. Growing up in the U.S.

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The 8 Elements of Critical Thinking

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We live in a world that is increasingly inundated with all types of information. From the moment we open our eyes in the morning till we go to bed at night, our minds are incessantly stimulated and a big part of this stimulation stems from our digital devices. Critical thinking! Is this a good thing? Definitely, it is.