Understanding Cognitive Biases
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What is the primary impact of cognitive biases on our judgments?

  • They enhance our objectivity.
  • They improve critical thinking skills.
  • They promote analytical reasoning.
  • They lead to irrational judgments. (correct)

What does the website offer to help individuals identify cognitive biases?

  • One-on-one coaching sessions.
  • Personalized cognitive assessments.
  • High-quality cards featuring biases and fallacies. (correct)
  • Free online courses.

How can Kitted Thinking Tools be best described?

  • A digital-only platform with no physical components.
  • An online community for discussing cognitive biases.
  • A collection of static learning materials without interactivity.
  • A system designed for higher-order thinking using interactive cards. (correct)

What is one of the benefits of sharing the website mentioned?

<p>It helps to spread rationality and critical thinking. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of profits does Kitted donate to The School of Thought?

<p>5% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Cognitive Bias

A systematic error in thinking that can lead to irrational judgments and decisions.

Confirmation Bias

The tendency to search for, interpret, favor, and recall information in a way that confirms pre-existing beliefs or hypotheses.

Logical Fallacy

An error in reasoning that renders an argument invalid.

Critical Thinking

The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.

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Mental Models

Simplified representations of complex systems that help us understand and predict how they work.

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Study Notes

Cognitive Biases

  • Cognitive biases lead to irrational judgments.
  • These biases stem from mental shortcuts, which are often helpful but can cause a loss of objectivity.
  • The website aims to help identify common biases.

Website Features

  • Interactive pages with explanations of biases, linked via icons.
  • Physical cards featuring logical fallacies, cognitive biases, and game cards. This is useful for activities like critical analysis of cable news or political debates.
  • Support for a non-profit via Patreon unlocks posters, interactive critical thinking cards, and presentations.

Kitted Thinking Tools

  • Kitted provides visual and interactive mental models in physical and digital card form.
  • The models are designed for higher-order thinking.
  • These tools can be used to improve opportunities, reduce risk, and generate creative ideas.
  • Kitted is published under a Creative Commons license and donates 5% of profits to The School of Thought.

Promoting Rationality

  • The website promotes sharing to foster a more rational society.
  • Sharing on social media (e.g., Facebook) is encouraged.

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Explore the fascinating world of cognitive biases that affect our judgment and decision-making processes. This quiz covers key concepts, interactive tools, and resources designed to help identify and understand these biases. Discover how these insights can promote rational thinking and improve critical analysis skills.

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