AI did not end the data literacy crisis. It changed it. As machines move from providing information to interpreting it and recommending what to do, the scarce skill is becoming judgment: knowing what to trust, what to question, and what decisions are still ours to make.
Evidence does not make decisions. People interpret it, weigh it, challenge it, and make judgments. A courtroom reveals what leaders can learn about evidence, expertise, confidence, and data-informed decision-making.
Feeling sure doesn't mean you're right. Learn five simple ways to question what feels true, spot what might be influencing you, and make better decisions about what to believe.
Tests measure specific skills under specific conditions, not your child's full potential. Understanding what assessments capture (and miss) empowers parents to interpret scores in context, ask better questions, and use data as insight rather than verdict. That's being data-smart.
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