😏Naive Realism Bias
Creation and development process of Naive Realism Bias Ontology
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Definition provided by Chat GTP of Naive Realism:
Naive realism is a cognitive bias characterized by the belief that one's perception of reality is objective, accurate, and unbiased. Individuals exhibiting naive realism assume that they see the world as it truly is, and they often expect others to share the same perception. This bias can lead to the misconception that one's perspective is the only valid viewpoint, overlooking the subjective nature of perception and the fact that others may interpret and experience reality differently. Naive realism can contribute to misunderstandings, conflicts, and a lack of empathy as individuals may struggle to appreciate alternative perspectives.
Ten example scenarios of the Naive Cynicism Bias provided by Chat Gtp:
Interpretation of a Movie:
After watching a thought-provoking movie, Sarah believes that her interpretation of the plot is the only correct one. She dismisses other viewers' perspectives, assuming they must have misunderstood the film.
Political Beliefs:
James strongly believes in a particular political ideology, assuming that anyone who disagrees with him is either misinformed or lacks a complete understanding of the issues.
Personal Preferences:
Emily prefers a specific genre of music and assumes that those who enjoy different genres are simply not appreciating good music. She believes her taste is an objective measure of musical quality.
Religious Views:
Mark, deeply committed to his religious beliefs, assumes that people of other faiths must be misguided. He finds it challenging to understand that different individuals may have diverse spiritual perspectives.
Educational Methods:
Lisa, a teacher, believes her teaching methods are the most effective. She struggles to consider alternative approaches, assuming that her way is objectively the best way to educate students.
Professional Competence:
Alex, confident in his professional expertise, assumes that colleagues who suggest different approaches lack the competence to understand the intricacies of the job. He believes his perspective is the most accurate reflection of the work requirements.
Social Etiquette:
During a social gathering, Tom feels uncomfortable when others don't follow his preferred norms of etiquette. He assumes that his expectations for social behavior are universally objective.
Artistic Taste:
Sarah dismisses her friend's enjoyment of abstract art, believing that her own artistic preferences are based on objective criteria. She struggles to accept that artistic taste can vary widely.
Workplace Practices:
Mark, in a managerial role, insists that his preferred workflow is the most efficient. He struggles to accept alternative approaches, assuming his perspective is an objective measure of productivity.
Cultural Traditions:
Emily, rooted in her cultural traditions, finds it challenging to understand practices from other cultures. She assumes that her cultural values are universally correct, dismissing the validity of different traditions.
In each scenario, individuals demonstrating naive realism assume their own perspectives are objective and correct, overlooking the subjectivity of perception and the diversity of valid viewpoints. This bias can lead to challenges in communication, understanding, and collaboration.
User Story: "Cultural Traditions Clash"
Meet Maria, a software engineer, and Akio, a colleague from Japan, working together on an international project. As part of the project, the team is tasked with organizing a cultural event to celebrate diversity.
User Story:
Maria, rooted in her cultural traditions, suggests a lively and dynamic event featuring music and dance styles typical of her background. She believes her proposal perfectly represents the essence of cultural celebration. However, her perspective is influenced by naive realism, as she assumes that her cultural traditions are universally appealing and should be the focal point of the event.
Akio, on the other hand, proposes a more serene and contemplative event that aligns with traditional Japanese cultural practices. He believes this approach would better capture the spirit of diversity and inclusivity. Akio, too, is influenced by naive realism, as he assumes that his cultural traditions represent an objective and superior choice for the event.
As the two colleagues engage in discussions about the cultural event, their naive realism becomes apparent. Maria and Akio struggle to appreciate the validity of each other's cultural traditions, assuming that their own perspectives represent an objective and universal truth. The clash of cultural traditions highlights how naive realism can hinder the understanding and acceptance of diverse viewpoints.
In the end, the team realizes the importance of embracing various cultural traditions. Through open dialogue and compromise, they develop an event that incorporates elements from different cultures, fostering a more inclusive and enriching celebration of diversity. The user story underscores the impact of naive realism on intercultural communication and the importance of recognizing and valuing diverse perspectives.
Competency Questions:
What event does Maria suggest?
What event does Akio suggest?
What are their decisions influenced by?
What do they realize in the end?
Classes and Properties
Classes:
Agent: Individual demonstrating Naive Realism Bias
Target: The object or person affected by Naive Realism Bias
Belief: Mental attitude or acceptance of one's perception as objective
Perspective: Individual viewpoint or interpretation of reality
Cultural Tradition: Customs and practices passed down within a culture
Educational Method: Approaches used for teaching and learning
Political Ideology: Beliefs and values related to governance and society
Artistic Taste: Preferences and judgments regarding art and aesthetics
Religious Beliefs: Faith-based convictions and practices
Professional Competence: Level of proficiency and expertise in a profession
Properties:
hasBias: Indicates an individual possesses Naive Realism Bias
focusesOn: Indicates the object or person targeted by Naive Realism Bias
ignores: Denotes the act of disregarding alternative perspectives
hasBelief: Specifies an individual's belief in the objectivity of their perception
hasOutcome: Refers to the consequence of Naive Realism Bias on decision-making or interactions
influencedBy: Indicates factors influencing an individual's adherence to Naive Realism Bias
Key Concepts:
Naive Realism
Perception of Reality
Subjectivity
Objective Beliefs
Validity of Viewpoints
Misunderstandings
Lack of Empathy
Perspective
Misinterpretation
Conflict Resolution
Chosen Framester Frames:
fs:People: This frame contains general words for Individuals, i.e. humans. The Person is conceived of as independent of other specific individuals with whom they have relationships and independent of their participation in any particular activity. They may have an Age, Descriptor, Origin, Persistent_characteristic, or Ethnicity. A man from Phoenix was shot yesterday. She gave birth to a screaming babyyesterday. I study 16-year-old female adolescents. I am dating an African-American man. She comforted the terrified child. I always thought of him as a stupid man.
https://w3id.org/framester/data/framestercore/People
fs:PerceptionExperience: This frame contains perception words whose Perceivers have perceptual experiences that they do not necessarily intend to. For this reason we call the Perceiver role Perceiver_passive. Comparing the Perception_experience frame to the Perception_active frame, we note that for some modalities there are different lexical items in each frame. For instance, whereas Perception_experience has see, Perception_active has look at. For other sense modalities, we find the same lexical items in both frames. To illustrate, consider the verb smell where I smell something rotten exemplifies its Perception_experience use and Smell this to see if it's fresh exemplifies its Perception_active sense. This frame also includes words which are not specific to any sense modality, including detect, perceive, perception, sense.
https://w3id.org/framester/data/framestercore/PerceptionExperience
fsyn:Belief
A belief is a mental state or attitude where an individual holds something to be true or probable. Beliefs can range from factual assertions about the world to subjective evaluations, opinions, or attitudes about various matters. They form a fundamental part of human cognition and influence perception, decision-making, and behavior. Beliefs can be based on evidence, personal experience, cultural upbringing, social influences, or even intuition. They often shape an individual's worldview and can be deeply ingrained or subject to change over time based on new information or experiences.
https://w3id.org/framester/data/framestersyn/Belief.n.1
fs:statement
https://w3id.org/framester/data/framestercore/Statement
Chosen Content ODPs and resources
Experience and Observation to represent the epistemological "missing link" between a cognitive activity, e.g. the interaction with a cultural object, and any evidence of the effects this activity has on the individuals that are engaged with it; what can collectively be considered as an experience.
includes (owl:ObjectProperty) A relation of mereological nature that connects a given observation with the activity that originates them: it strengthens the argument that observations are always active processes from a cognitive standpoint, regardless of how conscious they may be. A standard mereological property from another content pattern may be used in lieu of this one and therefore aligned with it.
AffectedBy To represent properties/qualities that may affect the status of a feature of interest.
cco:belief
has belief - An uncertain relation for competence representation. That means beliefs, persuasions or opinions, which can also be misconceptions.
Bibliography:
Hart, P. S., & Chinn, S. R. (2020). Seeing, believing, and truth: Naive realism in public perceptions of health-related information on social media. Health Communication, 35(14), 1731-1741
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