1. cognitive biases; 2. memory errors; 3. perception errors; 4. logical fallacies.
Pick one particular example of each topic. For example, pick one type of cognitive bias, or one particular logical fallacy. Define the specific bias, error or fallacy and provide an example. Then think of a time when you, or someone you know, was influenced by this bias, fallacy or error. Describe that event. What was the effect of the bias, error of fallacy in that situation?
Your paper should be 4-5 pages, double spaced, not counting any headers/footers, tables or figures. You should provide at least 3 references that are “legitimate sources” i.e., not just someone’s opinion. Peer-reviewed publications preferred. These references must be 1. cited in the text when they are referred to, and 2. listed in a bibliography.