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Information Ecosystems

The study of how people consume and process information in the digital age, including the effects of echo chambers, filter bubbles, and misinformation on critical thinking and the shared narrative, as well as the importance of critically evaluating news and opinion content to form informed opinions

intermediate
3 hours
Information Science
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Information ecosystems are complex networks that involve various sources, users, and technologies interacting to create and share knowledge. Understanding these ecosystems is crucial for effective information navigation, especially in today's digital age. Critical thinking plays a vital role in eval...

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Key Terms

Information Source
Any medium through which information is communicated.

Example: Books, articles, websites.

Critical Thinking
The ability to think clearly and rationally about what to believe or do.

Example: Analyzing arguments in a debate.

Digital Literacy
The ability to find, evaluate, and communicate information in digital formats.

Example: Using online databases for research.

Credibility
The quality of being trusted and believed in.

Example: A peer-reviewed journal is considered credible.

Bias
A tendency to favor one perspective over another.

Example: A news article that only presents one side of a story.

Fact-Checking
The process of verifying the accuracy of information.

Example: Using Snopes to check a viral claim.

Related Topics

Media Literacy
Understanding how media influences perceptions and behaviors.
intermediate
Research Methodologies
Techniques and strategies for conducting effective research.
advanced
Information Ethics
The study of moral issues related to information use and dissemination.
advanced

Key Concepts

Information SourcesCritical ThinkingDigital LiteracyInformation Evaluation