Rational Decision Making

Cross-disciplinary Connections

The rational decision making class that I took had many cross-disciplinary connections to other courses that I was taking. For example, in my economics course, we were learning about the different types of decision-making frameworks, and the rational decision making class gave me a deeper understanding of how these frameworks can be applied to real-world problems.In my psychology course, we were learning about the cognitive biases that can affect decision-making, and the rational decision making class gave me the tools to identify and overcome these biases.

Broader Applicability

The knowledge and skills that I learned in the rational decision making class have a wide range of applications outside of school. For example, I could use these skills to make better decisions about my finances, my career, and my relationships.I could also use these skills to help others make better decisions.

Personal Life Connection

The rational decision making class has also had a positive impact on my personal life. I am now more aware of the factors that can influence my decision-making, and I am better equipped to make decisions that are in my best interests. I have also become more mindful of the cognitive biases that can affect my decision-making, and I am more careful to avoid these biases.

Students as Learners

I learned a lot about myself as a learner in the rational decision making class. I learned that I am good at identifying and analyzing problems. I also learned that I am good at generating creative solutions to problems. I am proud of the progress I made in the class, and I am excited to continue learning and growing as a rational decision maker.

Specific Examples

Here are some specific examples of how I applied the skills I learned in the rational decision making class to my other coursework and to my personal life:

In my economics course, I used the skills I learned in the rational decision making class to analyze a case study about a company that was making a decision about whether to invest in a new product.

I was able to identify the key factors that the company needed to consider in making its decision, and I was able to generate a number of creative solutions to the problem.

In my psychology course, I used the skills I learned in the rational decision making class to identify the cognitive biases that were affecting my own decision-making.

I was able to learn how to overcome these biases and make more informed decisions.

In my personal life, I have used the skills I learned in the rational decision making class to make better decisions about my finances, my career, and my relationships.

I have been able to save more money, make better career choices, and have more fulfilling relationships.

Conclusion

I am grateful for the opportunity to have taken the rational decision making class.

It has given me the skills and knowledge I need to make better decisions in all areas of my life.

I am confident that these skills will be valuable to me in my future career and personal life.