Monday, January 31, 2011
Behavioral economics under attack
The burgeoning field of Behavioral Economics has been a hot topic recently. Most articles I read are about new finds and studies, and rarely do I see a critique of the entire field. Read the full Slate article for a psychologist's perspective on the relatively new field. (Thanks, John)
Why Women Aren’t C.E.O.s, According to Women Who Almost Were
"It’s not a pipeline problem. It’s about loneliness, competition and deeply rooted barriers." Read more in the NYT .
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Even women who earn overwhelmingly positive performance reviews are told that they have ‘personality flaws,’ a new study finds. The double...
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Many talented rural students don't go to elite schools, because they are unaware of the options. Read more in the NYT . Thanks, +Ju...