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Re:Kids Should Be Taught to Think Logically by itronitron on Thursday September 05, 2024 @09:58AM (#41456708)
I think you could describe the main alternative as 'institutionally mandated thinking' which ironically tends to be the approach used by school systems.
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Re:Kids Should Be Taught to Think Logically by llamaimperative on Thursday September 05, 2024 @10:10AM (#41456801)
The main alternative is obviously emotional thinking, or "motivated reasoning." It is a factor in every decision made by anyone about anything, and has far greater reach than whatever bugbear you're pointing to here.
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Re:Kids Should Be Taught to Think Logically by itronitron on Thursday September 05, 2024 @10:21AM (#41456916)
in addition to making a good point, you also provide an excellent example
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