‘Conventional Wisdom’ - Weber School...

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‘Conventional Wisdom’• “Conventional Wisdom” is

a belief that is held as true simply because a lot of people believe it without question.

• Identify a bit of questionable “conventional wisdom.”

• Question it.• Find reputable evidence

and/or test it (be safe!).• Cite MLA-style.• Do a SHORT write-up,

and present your findings next time.