Explain what confirmation bias is, why it is important for researchers to be aware of it, and how its effects can be minimized.

Watch these videos and listen to the podcast:

TED. (2016, August 8). Why you think you’re right—Even if you’re wrong (Links to an external site.) | Julia Galef [Video file]. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/w4RLfVxTGH4
Gorbach, J. (2017, February 24). Cognitive dissonance confirmation bias (Links to an external site.) [Video file]. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/mJagTkoVmHo
Chatfield, T. (2017). Tom Chatfield on critical thinking and bias (D. Edmonds, Interviewer) [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from httWrite:
Based on your learning in the Prepare and Reflect sections above, write at least three paragraphs fully addressing the following prompt. Be sure to cite any sources you use or refer to.

1.Explain what confirmation bias is, why it is important for researchers to be aware of it, and how its effects can be minimized.

2.Identify at least one bias you have that may affect your research question. Explain specific steps you can take to minimize the effect of that bias.

3.Discuss how learning about confirmation bias has contributed to your growth as a learner and researcher.p://methods.sagepub.com/