Daniel Willingham
Coverage of Daniel Willingham in the Nexus archive.
- Cut the number of choices you make each day. Your brain will thank you
Behavioral scientist Barry Schwartz argues that an overload of choices in areas like healthcare plans and investments leads to anxiety, indecision, and dissatisfaction, as seen in studies showing fewer options result in better decision-making and higher satisfaction.
- Cut the number of choices you make each day. Your brain will thank you
The article discusses how an overload of choices in modern life, such as shopping, social options, and financial decisions, can lead to anxiety, indecision, and reduced satisfaction. Behavioral scientist Barry Schwartz highlights research showing that more options often result in worse decisions and lower happiness, particularly for 'maximizers' who seek the best possible outcome.
- In the era of AI, schools want students to think critically. Experts say they need knowledge to do so.
Educators in New York City participated in a training session on fostering critical thinking in the age of AI, organized by the National Academy for AI Instruction. The article highlights debates about balancing abstract critical thinking skills with content knowledge in subjects like math and history, citing research that domain-specific knowledge is essential for effective critical thinking.