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7. Would Maddy, Meg and Jemma get into Oxford?

The Psychology of your 20s

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Rethinking Economic and Psychological Legacies

This chapter critically examines the influence of classical figures in psychology and economics, such as Adam Smith and B.F. Skinner, while advocating for a more inclusive approach to these fields. The speakers express frustration over the lack of diversity in academic curricula and the conservative nature of university education, which fails to adapt to modern realities. The discussion also highlights gender biases in economics and emphasizes the need for educational reform to better reflect a wide range of perspectives.

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