Toolkit – PCC Library

12 Cognitive Biases Explained – How to Think Better and More Logically Removing Bias

Gustavo Lanzas — Thu, 12 Oct 2017 21:37:07 +0000

Cognitive biases are flaws in logical thinking that clear the path to bad decisions, so learning about these ideas can reduce errors in your thought process, leading to a more successful life. These biases are very closely related to logical fallacies, which may help you win an argument or present information better.

Alt-PressWatch, Ethnic NewsWatch, & GenderWatch (How to use)

Gustavo Lanzas — Wed, 11 Oct 2017 23:26:17 +0000

How to use the interface for the following three databases: Alt-Press Watch (full-text articles from alternative and independent presses); Ethnic NewsWatch (articles from ethnic and minority presses); and GenderWatch (focus in the impact of gender in many subject areas).

Authors, Authorship, Responsible Use of Other’s Work

Gustavo Lanzas — Tue, 17 Oct 2017 19:11:02 +0000

Students divide into smaller groups to discuss questions about authorship, author’s rights, and plagiarism.

Beware Online “Filter Bubbles”

Gustavo Lanzas — Thu, 12 Oct 2017 21:37:07 +0000

As Web companies strive to tailor their services (including news and search results) to our personal tastes, there’s a dangerous unintended consequence: we get trapped in a “filter bubble” and don’t get exposed to information that could challenge or broaden our worldview. Eli Pariser argues powerfully that this will ultimately prove to be bad for us and bad for democracy.

Bias Detection

Gustavo Lanzas — Thu, 12 Oct 2017 21:36:50 +0000

Building on the example of sports fans, this video illustrates how bias is a common and sometimes productive part of how we communicate. It also shows how bias can cause problems when it’s hidden or not detected.

Biology 101 library assignment

Lisa Morrow — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 19:07:54 +0000

Cephalonian Cards

Gustavo Lanzas — Tue, 17 Oct 2017 19:11:02 +0000

Cards with pre-printed questions are passed to several students. Students read the questions aloud; the instructor answers them (with or without slides). Quick intro to factual material, and sets up a question-and-answer dynamic that often leads to students asking their own questions.