McNamaraGPT
FreeA game to teach McNamara Fallacy to students. Used as part of Management school curriculums by [Shiva Kakkar](www.shivakakkar.link)
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About McNamaraGPT
McNamaraGPT is a turn-based strategy game designed to teach students the McNamara Fallacy, a concept in management and decision-making. Used as part of management school curriculums, the game engages players in scenarios that illustrate how over-reliance on quantitative metrics can lead to flawed reasoning. Created by Shiva Kakkar—a educator and consultant—the game offers an interactive way to learn this critical thinking concept.
Key Features
Turn-based strategy gameplay
Educational scenarios focused on McNamara Fallacy
Designed for management school curriculums
Interactive learning through chat-based AI
Created by educator Shiva Kakkar
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Directly addresses a specific, relevant fallacy in management
- Engaging turn-based format keeps learners involved
- Integrates easily into existing curriculum as a GPT
- Free to use as a ChatGPT custom GPT (requires ChatGPT account)
Cons
- Narrow focus on only one fallacy (McNamara Fallacy)
- Requires a ChatGPT Plus/Pro/Team subscription for reliable access
- Limited replayability once the concept is understood
- Scenarios may not cover all aspects of the fallacy
Best For
Teaching the McNamara Fallacy in management coursesInteractive classroom activity for critical thinkingSelf-paced learning about fallacies in business decision-makingSupplementary tool for MBA or executive education programs
FAQ
What is the McNamara Fallacy?
The McNamara Fallacy is a cognitive bias where decision-makers rely solely on quantitative metrics while ignoring qualitative factors, leading to flawed conclusions. The game illustrates this through strategic scenarios.
Do I need a ChatGPT subscription to play?
Yes, McNamaraGPT is a custom GPT available on OpenAI's ChatGPT platform. While you can access it with a free ChatGPT account, usage limits apply. For full access, a ChatGPT Plus, Pro, or Team subscription is recommended.
Who created McNamaraGPT?
McNamaraGPT was created by Shiva Kakkar, an educator and consultant who uses it in management school curriculums.