Consensus reflects accumulated evidence.

Understand expert consensus, legitimate disagreement, scientific uncertainty, and false balance.

In this module

1. 8.1Distinguish consensus from unanimity.
2. 8.2Compare single studies with systematic reviews.
3. 8.3Identify the relevant field of expertise.
4. 8.4Evaluate legitimate scientific disagreement.
5. 8.5Recognize false balance.
6. 8.6Separate uncertainty from ignorance.
7. 8.7Look for convergence of evidence.
8. 8.8Examine how consensus changes.
9. 8.9Distinguish dissent from expertise.
10. 8.10Communicate uncertainty without distortion.

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