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The Babysitter is Calling from Inside the Patriarchy: A Feminist Guide to Urban Legends
Ever wonder why classic urban legends always star women in peril? We explore how tales like “The Hook” reflect deep societal anxieties about female independence.
Beyond Logic: Why Understanding Your Biases Makes You a More Empathetic Person
The true goal of learning about cognitive biases isn’t to become a perfect robot. It’s to become a “Rational Empath.” This capstone article explores how understanding our own flawed thinking leads to greater compassion, forgiveness, and wisdom.
The Cognitive Cascade: How a Chain Reaction of Biases Leads to Disaster
Cognitive biases rarely act alone. Discover how biases interact and compound each other in a “cognitive cascade.” Using the legendary “New Coke” failure as a case study, we deconstruct how a chain reaction of flawed thinking leads to disastrous outcomes.
Coded Bias: How AI Is Learning to Think Like Us (and Why That’s a Problem)
Artificial intelligence was supposed to be impartial. Instead, our human biases are being coded into the algorithms that shape our lives. Discover how AI learns our stereotypes, creates feedback loops, and what “coded bias” means for our future.
The Psychology of Our Divided World: How Your Brain Is Trapped in an Echo Chamber
Discover how cognitive biases like Confirmation Bias and Group Polarization are fueling political division and creating social media echo chambers. Learn the science behind why facts fail to change minds and how to have more productive conversations in a fractured world.
The Hidden Epidemic: Unmasking Modern Slavery and How We Can Fight It
An in-depth exploration of human trafficking and modern slavery in our world today. Understand the forms it takes, the psychological impact, and the global efforts to end this horrific crime against humanity. Learn how you can make a difference.
Unpacking Women’s Representation in Media: Beyond Stereotypes
Explore the nuanced world of women’s representation in media, from historical archetypes to modern shifts. Understand pervasive influences, subtle biases, and the power of diverse portrayals in shaping societal perceptions and real-world impact.
Parental Leave & Work-Life Balance: Why Better Policies Benefit Everyone
Explore global parental leave policies and their crucial link to work-life balance. Learn benefits (parents, kids, employers), challenges, and why paid, equitable leave matters. Includes vocabulary, quiz & discussion.
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The planet’s future hangs in the balance as our daily choices continue to impact ecosystems, climate, and public health. From plastic use to energy consumption, small decisions add up to global consequences. Are we truly considering the legacy we leave behind?
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