Facts, fictions and critical thinking (UNSW Centre for ideas)
- jeanne7629
- Feb 24
- 1 min read
Updated: Oct 22
The 3 things that stood out for me:
1. Embracing Uncertainty & Iteration: Scientific thinking requires humility and openness to being wrong, allowing for gradual, iterative improvements in solving complex problems. In a fast-paced world, we often dismiss solutions that take time to develop.
2. The Power of Slow Thinking & Dialogue: Quick, reactive thinking fuels bias and division, while deep, reflective thinking fosters creativity and understanding. Meaningful dialogue is essential for solving societal challenges, yet it is increasingly rare.
3. Proximity & Critical Thinking as Antidotes: Being physically near others helps break down prejudice, while critical thinking remains the most vital skill to cultivate in order to navigate complexity and misinformation.
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