Ch. 2
4 of 1 ·Evidence Can Change Minds
Chapter 2 · Claims Need Evidence
Lesson 4 · Evidence First
Evidence Can Change Minds
Update a belief when better evidence arrives.
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Concept
Changing your mind can show strength
A belief should become stronger, weaker or more precise as evidence changes. Refusing every update protects pride, not accuracy. Updating does not mean believing every new claim either.
Example
The study-plan update
Click to zoomIllustration supporting The study-plan updateA learner believes late-night revision works best. Two weeks of consistent records show better recall after earlier sessions. The sensible response is to adjust the plan and keep measuring.