A mode of information processing characterized by the use of mental shortcuts, rules of thumb, or simplified decision-making strategies to quickly evaluate information and make judgments. Heuristic processing prioritizes efficiency and speed over thoroughness and accuracy. (Chapter 5, p. 189)*
*Terms defined for the Nurturing Online Communities (NOC) course include a chapter reference to the course text Building Successful Online Communities by Kraut and Resnick.
Citation: Center for Scientific Collaboration and Community Engagement. (2025) CSCCE Glossary: Nurturing Online Communities. Santistevan, Pratt, and Woodley doi: 10.5281/zenodo.17137478
Categories: Nurturing Online Communities (NOC) terms
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