The importance of intellectual humility in academia
Academic institutions act as a repository of knowledge where academics pursue challenging intellectual endeavors. However, the value of intellectual humility is frequently underestimated in the pursuit of knowledge. A healthy academic environment depends on intellectual humility, that is chara...
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IIMU-IIUM Publications, International Institute for Muslim Unity (IIMU-IIUM)
2023
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| Online Access: | http://irep.iium.edu.my/106149/1/106149_The%20Importance%20of%20intellectual%20humility%20in%20Academia.pdf http://irep.iium.edu.my/106149/ https://institute.iium.edu.my/iimu/bulletin/ |
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| Summary: | Academic institutions act as a repository of
knowledge where academics pursue
challenging intellectual endeavors. However,
the value of intellectual humility is frequently
underestimated in the pursuit of knowledge. A
healthy academic environment depends on
intellectual humility, that is characterized by
an awareness of one's limits, a readiness to
consider opposing ideas, and a dedication to
lifelong learning. This essay examines the
value of intellectual humility in academia and
focuses on the beneficial effects it has on
research, learning, collaboration, and personal
development. |
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