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The Hidden Science of Human Values | A Conversation with Ruth Taylor
Shane Leaning sits down with Ruth Taylor from the Common Cause Foundation to explore the fascinating world of human values and what they mean for school leadership. Ruth shares insights from decades of social psychology research that challenges everything we think we know about motivation.
Key Topics Covered
The Schwartz Values Framework
How 58 human values map onto our decision-making
Why some values are complementary whilst others are antagonistic
The difference between intrinsic and extrinsic values
The Values Perception Gap
Why 74% of people prioritise intrinsic values like equality over…
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