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Tyson Thompson

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Summary for Assignment 2

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Summary for Assignment 2 - Tyson Thompson

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Post #2: Pseudoscience Watchlist: Results can't be reproduced or verified

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Post #2: Pseudoscience Watchlist: Results can't be reproduced or verified

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Results can't be reproduced or verified Definition: Results can't be reproduced or verified refers to claims made using statistical or scientific data where others cannot independently replicate those results.

Connection: The photo displays a scientific discovery called Cold Fusion, in which scientists claimed they achieved nuclear fusion at room temperature. However, scientists debunked the claim at the time as they could not replicate the same results using the scientific method.

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Post #3: Pseudoscience Watchlist: Does not progress

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Post #3: Pseudoscience Watchlist: Does not progress

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Does not progress Definition: Does not progress refers to a claim that has remained unchanged since its inception and does not advance.

Connection:

The image above represents astrology, which, during its inception, has not advanced in its idea that celestial bodies affect one's character. Often, people are drawn to astrology by family members or friends, which can be a barrier to critical thinking due to groupthink.

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Post #4: Pseudoscience Watchlist: Money is often involved

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Post #4: Pseudoscience Watchlist: Money is often involved

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Money is often involved Definition:

The idea is that the true purpose behind someone's claim is a way for financial gain.

Connection: I chose this photo because many companies market workout supplements as a means to improve health, but their true intention is often to make money. In the critical thinking process, it is essential to evaluate the source to ensure that the company promoting these products is reputable. Additionally, evaluating evidence is crucial to understanding the contents of these supplements and determining whether they are beneficial for your health. From this analysis, you can draw a summary conclusion.

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Appeal to Authority Definition: The idea that an influential figure or institution could influence one's opinion on a matter without critically analyzing actual evidence.

Connection: I chose this photo because, in politics, politicians often make claims that lack actual evidence. They can be revered and idolized to such an extent that people may blindly accept their assertions as fact. Those who believe in these figures or institutions often do not require any demonstrable validity to consider the presented claims.

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Ideological Support Definition: When a claim or belief is often supported primarily because it fits a certain ideology.

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The reason I chose this photo is because some beliefs or claims are accepted not because of evidence but because they align with religious doctrines.

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Proof of Verbosity Definition:

Proof of Verbosity occurs when someone attempts to overwhelm a person or audience with excessive information to make their claims seem more valid.

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The reason I chose this photo is because, in alternative medicine, it’s common for individuals to overwhelm you with information about the supposed benefits. In these situations, critical thinking becomes essential. We need to clearly define the claims made by these salespeople and recognize our own biases, as we may have a desire for these types of treatments to be effective.

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Red Herring Definition:

A red herring is when a person diverts attention to a separate topic to avoid the matter at hand.

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The photo I chose displays an anti-vaccination protest. Many individuals who believe in this cause will often avoid answering questions concerning how vaccinations can help and change the topic of how it can affect your health. This is an example of a barrier to critical thinking because these individuals frequently have a distorted view of the truth, which does not allow them to evaluate evidence objectively.

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Post #9: Red Flag: Suppression by Authorities

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Post #9: Red Flag: Suppression by Authorities

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Suppression by Authorities Definition: Suppression by authorities is the idea that government institutions hide amazing discoveries from the public.

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The reason I chose this photo is because individuals believe that the government is hiding the "cure to cancer." Without critical thinking, people may accept such claims of suppression because they lack the practice to analyze evidence critically.

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Post #10: Reasons for Belief: Agenticity

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Post #10: Reasons for Belief: Agenticity

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Agenticity Definition:  The idea that specific events or actions are caused by invisible agents such as ghosts or divine beings.

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I chose this photo because people often attribute bad or severe weather to the wrath of a divine being or as some punishment from an invisible agent. When we utilize the scientific method to analyze and understand various weather phenomena, it is important to approach the idea of agenticity with a healthy amount of skepticism.

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Ideology Definition:

The belief in paranormal or pseudoscience phenomena from a religious and spiritual perspective.

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The photo illustrates the concept of faith healing, where physical or mental illnesses are believed to be cured through prayer and the hope for divine intervention. Most cases of faith healing come from personal anecdotes rather than empirical data.

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Post #12: Reasons For Belief: Perception and Observation

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Post #12: Reasons For Belief: Perception and Observation

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Perception and Observation Definition: The idea that when perceiving something untrue, we often rely on our cognitive biases to comprehend the phenomenon.

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I chose this photo because people often perceive what they believe to be alien UFOs when, in actuality, they are generally explainable in nature. In such situations, we often have to look at our own biases to uncover what is actually happening.

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Post #13: Reasons For Belief: Simplicity

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Post #13: Reasons For Belief: Simplicity

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Simplicity Definition: The idea that people accept the simplest explanation available.

Connection:

The photo shows a stereotypical conspiracy theorist. Conspiracy theorists often believe the simpler explanation for many issues affecting the world. They may think that world events are caused by a single factor when, in actuality, they are slowly built over time through many aspects.