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The Best of Both Worlds

Open networks give actors non-redundant information that is diverse, while closed networks offer redundant information that is easier to interpret. Integrating arguments about network structure and the similarity of actors' knowledge, we propose two types of network configurations that combine diversity and ease of interpretation. Closed-diverse networks offer diversity in actors' knowledge dom...

The best of both worlds.

The best of both worlds

JACK SCHNEIDER (jschneid@holycrossedu, @edu_historian) is an assistant professor of education at the College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, Mass., and director of research for the Massachusetts Consortium for Innovative Education Assessment (MCIEA). JOE FELDMAN ([email protected]) is CEO of Crescendo Education Group, Oakland, Calif., and is a former high school teacher, principal, and dis...

Small worlds inside big brains.

N euroscientists face the challenge of explaining how functional brain states emerge from the interactions of dozens, perhaps hundreds, of brain regions, each containing millions of neurons. Much evidence supports the view that highly evolved nervous systems are capable of rapid, real-time integration of information across segregated sensory channels and brain regions. This integration happens ...

What Is the Best Research Globally?

Dr. Afshari’s editorial gives insight on human nature (1). Collaborative willingness usually occurs when different sides perceive personal benefit, or when institutions mandate collaboration. This is not unique between higher and lower income countries; many working in global emergency medicine (EM) observe this within wealthier countries. It exists among collaborators in low resource settings....