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Beyond Dichotomous Thinking: Strategies to Enhance Teaching and Learning

Teaching in Higher Ed

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Exploring the Human Tendency to Sort and Categorize

The chapter delves into the human inclination to categorize the world to simplify decision-making, emphasizing the significance of labels and concepts in teaching, decision-making, and daily life. It explores the relationship between technology and nature, discussing how society often views them as opposing forces. The discussion also touches on nurturing curiosity in learners, challenging dichotomous thinking in education, and encouraging diverse thinking patterns through unique learning experiences.

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