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Seeing together: Lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic on understanding evidence
1University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Healthcare Management Forum
|November 22, 2023
Summary
Navigating evidence requires a communal approach, acknowledging personal biases and blind spots. Embracing curiosity and collaboration enhances our collective understanding of complex information.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Communication Studies
- Information Science
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic intensified societal divisions regarding evidence interpretation.
- Personal beliefs and emotions increasingly influence how individuals engage with scientific information.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on public discourse surrounding evidence.
- To propose a framework for more effective and collaborative evidence interpretation.
Main Methods:
- Utilized a metaphorical lens ('seeing' evidence) to analyze the complexities of information processing.
- Examined the role of personal perspectives and communal efforts in constructing a comprehensive understanding of evidence.
Main Results:
- Evidence interpretation has become highly personalized and polarized.
- A communal, collaborative approach to evidence is essential for a complete picture.
- Recognizing and mitigating individual 'blind spots' is crucial for objective understanding.
Conclusions:
- Adopting a curious, humble stance fosters better evidence comprehension.
- Seeking partnership and dialogue enhances clarity in understanding complex data.
- Collaborative sense-making is vital for navigating the modern information landscape.
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