Mindware: Critical Thinking for the Information Age

Course Overview

Welcome to Mindware: Critical Thinking for the Information Age! In this course, you will learn how to apply basic concepts from statistics, probability, scientific methodology, cognitive psychology and cost-benefit theory to everyday life. You will learn how to make better decisions in business, the media, and your personal life. You will learn why it’s usually a mistake to interview people for a job, why economists regularly walk out of movies and leave restaurant food uneaten, why getting your picture on the cover of Sports Illustrated usually means your next season is going to be a disappointment, and why you should never keep a stock that’s going down in hopes that it will go back up and prevent you from losing any of your initial investment.

Completing this course will give you the skills to make better decisions in your career and personal life. It will also provide you with the knowledge to evaluate the accuracy of information presented in the media. This course is a great way to develop your critical thinking skills and can open up new possibilities in your career or education. It can also provide you with the tools to make more informed decisions in your everyday life. Additionally, this course can be a great way to supplement your existing knowledge and skills in the areas of statistics, probability, scientific methodology, cognitive psychology and cost-benefit theory.