Demystifying the Dunning-Kruger Effect: What It Really Means and How to Avoid It
The Dunning-Kruger effect is a phenomenon that suggests people with limited knowledge in a certain area tend to overestimate their competence. In a recent study, researchers sought to understand this phenomenon and how it could be debunked. They found that a lack of self-awareness is not the only factor at play in the Dunning-Kruger effect. Other factors such as the amount of information people have and the amount of effort they put into their task can influence their perceived competence. The researchers suggest that the Dunning-Kruger effect can be reduced by providing people with more information, encouraging them to put more effort into their task, and providing feedback that is honest but supportive.
source: Phys.org