The Dunning-Kruger Effect is a cognitive bias where individuals with low ability or knowledge in a particular domain tend to overestimate their competence and skills, while simultaneously failing to recognize their own incompetence. Conversely, individuals with higher levels of competence may underestimate their abilities relative to others. This phenomenon arises from a lack of metacognitive skills—the ability to accurately assess one's own abilities and performance—and can lead to poor decision-making, overconfidence, and underachievement.

Overconfidence in the incompetent. The Dunning-Kruger Effect highlights how little knowledge often leads to overestimation of ability. 📉🤔

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