Learning Bayesian Statistics

Why Even Care About Science & Rationality

Jan 20, 2024
Learn how to interpret data analysis with skepticism and make informed decisions based on evidence and reason. Explore the importance of making data-based decisions and examples of Simpson's paradox. Discover the impact of causal graphs and Bayesian reasoning on decision-making, including the base rate fallacy and interpreting medical test results.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Importance of Making Data-Based Decisions and the Example of Simpson's Paradox
02:27 • 3min
3
The Importance of Causal Graphs, Bayesian Reasoning, and Avoiding Base Rate Fallacy in Decision-Making
05:28 • 4min