How Stats Fool Juries

Offered By: TED via YouTube

Course Description

Overview

Explore how statistics can be misinterpreted in criminal trials through this enlightening 22-minute TED talk by Oxford mathematician Peter Donnelly. Uncover the common mistakes people make when interpreting statistical evidence and learn about the potentially devastating consequences these errors can have on judicial outcomes. Gain valuable insights into the importance of statistical literacy and its impact on decision-making in the criminal justice system.

Syllabus

Peter Donnelly: How stats fool juries

Taught by

TED

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