This course discusses the biases and limitations of the human brain ,strategies to overcome these biases, and critically analyzes data while making decisions and recommendations.
Human Decision Making and its Biases
Human Decision Making and its Biases
This course is part of Fractal Data Science Professional Certificate
Instructors: Srikanth Velamakanni
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What you'll learn
Explain how humans behave when given data to calculate results
Demonstrate how perceptions, prejudices and biases affect human decision making
Illustrate that human decision making is challenging and humans need help to make better decisions
Summarize how humans can collaborate effectively with AI, overcoming their biases, perceptions and prejudices
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There are 4 modules in this course
Perceptions, prejudices, and biases greatly impact human decision making. These factors influence how we interpret information and can lead to errors in judgment. When presented with data, humans tend to selectively process it based on their existing beliefs, resulting in biased decision making. Overcoming these challenges is essential for making better decisions. By recognizing the need for assistance and utilizing tools to mitigate biases, individuals can improve their decision-making abilities and make more informed choices.
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7 videos6 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
This module equips the learner with knowledge on how data which is available and unavailable affects our decision making. Further it provides information on how algorithms can help decode some of this data making decision making easier
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5 videos1 reading1 assignment
This module takes 12 Angry Men as a case study due to its focus on diverse perspectives, logical analysis, and group dynamics influencing a jury's verdict, highlighting biases and critical thinking.
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6 videos1 reading1 assignment
This module empowers learners by providing knowledge about responsible decision making and giving them with a personalized mental checklist for enhanced decision-making capabilities.
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11 videos3 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
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Reviewed on Dec 11, 2023
This course is enlightening. I simply loved it and I look forward to more courses from the same trainer.
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Reviewed on Feb 22, 2024
This course is highly recommended if you're interested in learning about the limitations and biases of the human brain, how to overcome them, and how to critically analyse data while making decisions.
PD
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Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024
A very interesting course on how various factors affect our decision-making process. It helps take better and informed decisions.
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