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Raising Rigorous Critical Thinkers: How to Help Grow Authentic Humans Who Think Well

Raising Good Humans

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Seek Disconfirming Information and Beware of Confirmation Bias

It is important for people to check in with themselves about their pre-existing beliefs in order to consciously seek out disconfirming information. Debate topics are designed to be disputable, and students are usually open to persuasion. However, social status tied to a belief can lead to confirmation bias, especially in adolescents. Debaters are trained to dispute and play the devil's advocate, which helps them avoid peer pressure about their beliefs.

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