Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think: Discussion Prompts
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New York Times bestselling book Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think is written by the global TED phenomenon Hans Rosling. He defines factfulness as ‘the stress-reducing habit of only carrying opinions for which you have strong supporting facts.’ In Factfulness, Rosling, a Professor of International Health, offers a radically new explanation to the simple questions about global trends. He explains why this happens. He also reveals the ten instincts that collectively distort our perspective.
Bill Gates says that Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think is “one of the most important books I’ve ever read.” Gates says that this book is “an indispensable guide to thinking clearly about the world.”
In this comprehensive look into Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think, you'll be equipped to prepare with the following:
- Discussion aid which includes a wealth of prompts and information
- Overall plot synopsis and author biography
- Thought-provoking discussion questions for a deeper examination
- Creative exercises to foster alternate “if this was you” discussions
Note to readers: This is a companion guide based on Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think. This is meant to enhance and aid your reading experience, not to replace it. We strongly encourage you to purchase the original book before purchasing this unofficial companion guide.
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Foreword
Have you ever wanted to improve your understanding of Factfulness? Or perhaps you are simply struggling to learn the subject matter?
It’s a simple teaching technique that helps students learn and readers to grow. With versatile discussion questions for each major criteria regarding Factfulness, these discussion prompts are designed to help surface crucial discussions that are capable to assist toward thinking and learning on a deeper level.
Discussion prompts have a positive effect on learning. From simple quizzes to critical thinking, participation in discussions can have significantly higher learning when used first. It’s a simple technique that goes a long way.
Gain the Help You Need As You:
● Analyze with over 60 + prompts
● Reflect on how the book has made an impact
● Relate to the author and the book’s message
● Question prompts to make the discussion uniquely yours
Tips on Using Discussion Prompts:
● Readers and students are recommended to write 100-word responses to the prompts. Written answers could be shared in small group discussions.
● Each question can be allotted five minutes to write answers as a way of reviewing notes before shared in small group discussions.
● Use the questions as a template to provide peer feedback and think of your own questions to develop during the discussions to spur creative thinking
Whether you’re an avid learner set out to reach the best for yourself, or a student struggling to learn the subject matter, these discussion prompts can get you to actively respond as you question, analyze, relate, and