Debunking myths in medical education: The science of refutation
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DOI: 10.1111/medu.14028
Abstract: de Bruin argues that efforts to eradicate erroneous assumptions students and teachers hold about learning requires refutation, a process that combines both correct scientific knowledge and rejection of misconceptions. read more here.
Keywords: medical education; education science; myths medical; refutation ... See more keywords
Combining refutations and social norms increases belief change
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DOI: 10.1177/17470218221111750
Abstract: Misinformed beliefs are difficult to change. Refutations that target false claims typically reduce false beliefs, but tend to be only partially effective. In this study, a social norming approach was explored to test whether provision… read more here.
Keywords: social norms; refutations social; norms increases; refutation ... See more keywords
A Supplementary Approach for Effective Anti-Doping Education: A Pilot Study Applying Refutation Texts to Modify Misperception of the Whereabouts System
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19042097
Abstract: Background: Over the past twenty years, a multifaceted anti-doping system was established to detect, deter, and prevent doping among athletes. However, perception of the whereabouts system has been a controversial issue. This pilot study aimed… read more here.
Keywords: anti doping; refutation; whereabouts system; refutation texts ... See more keywords