Beyond Confidence: Understanding the Dunning-Kruger Effect in teaching English, Learning and Life

Jan. 28, 2025, 1:13 p.m.

Workshop Location: Seminar hall, college of languages 

Number of Days: . 1

Starting Date: 26 February 2025

Starting Time: 11:00 a.m. 

The Dunning-Kruger Effect impacts learning, teaching, and decision-making by distorting self-assessment. This workshop equips participants with tools to enhance self-awareness, foster accurate evaluation of abilities, and encourage personal and professional growth. It's essential for improving academic performance, workplace dynamics, and lifelong learning.

Objectives:

•  Understand the Dunning-Kruger Effect and its psychological basis.

•  Identify its impact on academics, professional settings, and personal life.

•  Recognize and address overconfidence through self-awareness and reflection.

•  Enhance teaching and learning by fostering accurate self-assessment and growth mindsets.

•  Empower personal growth with actionable strategies for lifelong self-improvement.