agnotology

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Proctor has developed a new word "agnotology" which he defines as "the study of culturally constructed ignorance."

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  • Many Americans trust experts in their own turf, but several topics are subject to well-organized agnotology i.e., attempts to produce ignorance or at least doubt. —  RealClimate
  • Proctor has developed a new word "agnotology" which he defines as "the study of culturally constructed ignorance." —  Dakota Today
  • He has developed a word inspired by this trend: agnotology. —  Wired Top Stories
  • Here is where the theory of agnotology comes in, which is the study of collective ignorance inspired by individuals with a selfish agenda contrary to the best interests of the community.
  • [Proctor] has developed a word inspired by this trend: agnotology. —  Cara Community
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