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    Summary of Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think by Hans Rosling (Discussion Prompts)
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    Summary of Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think by Hans Rosling (Discussion Prompts)

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    Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think by Hans Rosling
    “New York Times bestselling book Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think is written by the global TED phenomenon Hans Rosling. He defines factfulness as ‘the stress-reducing habit of only carrying opinions for which you have strong supporting facts.’ In Factfulness, Rosling, a Professor of International Health, offers a radically new explanation to the simple questions about global trends. He explains why this happens. He also reveals the ten instincts that collectively distort our perspective.

    Bill Gates says that Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think is “one of the most important books I’ve ever read.” Gates says that this book is “an indispensable guide to thinking clearly about the world.”

    In this comprehensive discussion prompts guide into Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think by Hans Rosling, you'll gain insight with this essential resource as a guide to aid your discussions. Be prepared with the following:
    Discussion aids include a wealth of prompts and information
    Overall plot synopsis and author biography
    Save time preparing for group discussions or for self-study
    Thought-provoking discussion questions for a deeper examination
    Creative exercises to foster alternate “if this was you” discussions
    And more!
    Disclaimer: This is a companion guide based on the work Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong About the World--and Why Things Are Better Than You Think by Hans Rosling and is not affiliated to the original work or author in any way. It does not contain any text of the original work. If you haven’t purchased the original work, we encourage you to do so first.

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    Release dateDec 30, 2018
    ISBN9780463807385
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