Sep

18

Hummer vs. Prius

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The internet is a wonderful place. Unlimited information, comparison shopping, and a bounty of wonder to share with students. However, it’s also a breeding ground for bad information and “conspiracy theories“. By way of example, read all about how the Hummer SUV is more environmentally friendly than the Toyta Prius. A tantalizing idea isn’t it, and the author seemingly has “facts” to back up this counterintuitive argument. However, close examination, evidence to the contrary, and logic shows that this argument is completely false. In this day and age of instant information, how can we guide students to avoid conspiracy theories and instead believe facts?  After all, wild theories are fun aren’t they?

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