Uncertainty
Definition: Uncertainty describes the presence of unresolved questions, conflicting evidence, or incomplete understanding that prevents a belief from stabilizing.
What this is
- A natural state in emerging or complex topics.
- A signal of opportunity for scaffolding.
What this is not
- Not ignorance.
- Not failure or error.
Example signals
- Signal: Conflicting explansations.
- Signal: Frequent qualifiers.
- Signal: Calls for further research or context.
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Last updated: 2026-02-06