Sciencespeaking topic
'Sugar makes children hyperactive' has been scientifically debunked: blind studies found no difference, and the effect lives in the parents' expectation. Do we see it because we believe it?
— sugar-hyperactivity myth / double-blind studies
practice with this topic
Set the timer (5-30 min), take 20 seconds of prep if you like, start talking. Jot your thoughts onto the sticky-note board.
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