IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

International Journal of Education and Evaluation (IJEE )

E-ISSN 2489-0073
P-ISSN 2695-1940
VOL. 9 NO. 8 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.56201/ijee.v9.no8.2023.pg139.146

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The Influence of Cognitive Biases on Belief and Knowledge

Sylvanus P. Idiong, PhD, Ifiok E. Dan, PhD, Donatus C. Ukulor, Ph.D

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Abstract

The paper seeks to examine how cognitive biases influence belief and knowledge. Cognitive biases, such as confirmation bias and the bandwagon effect, can have significant influences on our beliefs and knowledge. These biases can lead us to interpret information in ways that confirm our existing beliefs, rather than seeking out information that challenges them. We may be influenced by social factors, such as the views of the majority, which can lead us to hold beliefs that are not based on evidence or reason. By being aware of these biases, and actively seeking to overcome them, we can improve our ability through certain strategies to form accurate and well- informed beliefs and knowledge.

keywords:

Cognitive biases; Belief; knowledge; Cognitive bias strategies; sources of knowledge.

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