How to Talk to a Science Denier - With Lee McIntyre
Offered By: The Royal Institution via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore strategies for engaging with science deniers in this thought-provoking talk by philosopher Lee McIntyre. Learn about common themes in science denialism, drawing from McIntyre's personal experiences and academic research. Discover techniques for building trust and addressing ideological barriers when discussing controversial scientific topics. Gain insights into the challenges of changing deeply held beliefs and the importance of evidence-based reasoning. Examine the stakes involved in science denial and the three main problems it presents to society. Apply these lessons to improve communication with those who reject scientific expertise on issues like climate change, vaccines, and more.
Syllabus
Intro
Change a Science Deniers Mind
Bad News
My Personal Experience
Evidence vs Faith
What Evidence
Identity Ideology
Hardest of the Hardcore
Flying Over Antarctica
Building Trust
The stakes
The three problems
Taught by
The Royal Institution
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