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I think you could describe the main alternative as 'institutionally mandated thinking' which ironically tends to be the approach used by school systems.

• llamaimperative 2y ago
  The main alternative is obviously emotional thinking, or "motivated reasoning." It is a factor in every decision made by anyone about anything, and has far greater reach than whatever bugbear you're pointing to here.
  • itronitron 2y ago
    in addition to making a good point, you also provide an excellent example
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