Principles of Curiosity

Principles of Curiosity
Directed by Ryan C. Johnson
Produced by
  • Brian Dunning
  • Lisa Williams
  • Phil Williams
Written by Brian Dunning
Starring Brian Dunning
Music by Lee Sanders
Cinematography Matt Fore
Edited by Ryan C. Johnson
Production
company
  • New Rule Productions
  • Skeptoid Media
Release date
  • June 14, 2017 (2017-06-14)
Running time
 40 minutes
Country United States
Language English

Principles of Curiosity is a 2017 educational film film by Ryan C. Johnson and Brian Dunning about critical thinking and scientific skepticism.[1]

Synopsis

The film uses the Racetrack Playa sailing stones located in Death Valley Natural Park as a frame story to discuss approaches to study unexplained phenomena and discern fact from fiction. The film encourages its viewers to use "The Three Cs: Challenge, Consider, and Conclude" when confronted with dubious or suspicious claims made by peers and news outlets.

Teachers screening the film also have access to free companion educational materials designed to encourage discussions about critical thinking and scientific skepticism in the classroom.

References

  1. ↑ "Principles of Curiosity: Hold a Screening". principlesofcuriosity.com. Retrieved 2017-07-21.
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