This work suggests that the natural mode of trying to counteract misinformation is limited. When you find out someone has a false belief, the most obvious thing to do is to provide them with information to help them recognize that what they currently believe is not true and to point to the...
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We discuss the effectiveness of both pre-emptive (‘prebunking’) and reactive (‘debunking’) interventions to reduce the effects of misinformation, as well as implications for information consumers and practitioners in various areas including journalism, public health, policymaking and education. This...
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efforts, highlighting the potential for false narratives to have terrible effects on community health. For example, erroneous information in the election process can manipulate voters' opinions, and in severe cases, it can lead to the deprivation of voting rights and a decrease in democratic ...
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Misinformation arises as a result of human fallibility and human information needs. To overcome the worst effects of the phenomenon, we will need coordinated efforts over time, rather than any singular one-time panacea we could hope to offer. Question 27-30 收藏 反馈 笔记 Choose the correct...
The spread of misinformation poses a considerable threat to public health and the successful management of a global pandemic. For example, studies find that exposure to misinformation can undermine vaccination uptake and compliance with public-health gui
The negative effects of misinformation were worst for stories about terrorism, science, natural disasters, urban legends, and financial information. All of them are prone to propaganda because they’re hard for casual readers to evaluate and ignite fear in the minds of their audiences. So how ...
Misinformation can lead to confusion and misguided actions. It can also have adverse effects on various sectors of the society. Here are some features of misinformation. Inaccuracy and Intent First, misinformation is partially or totally inaccurate info. It contains errors and distortions that haven’...