A new study conducted by researchers from Michigan State University suggests that the battle against online disinformation cannot be won by mere content moderation or banning those who spread fake news. Instead, the key lies in early and continuous education that teaches individuals to critically evaluate information and remain open to changing their minds. ...

Critical thinking education trumps banning and censorship in battle against disinformation, study suggests::A new study conducted by researchers from Michigan State University suggests that the battle against online disinformation cannot be won by mere content moderation or banning those who spread fake news. Instead, the key lies in early and continuous education that teaches individuals to critically evaluate information and remain open to changing their minds. …

  • @captainlezbianEnglish
    2•1 year ago

    When you describe it like that it’s a simulation like we use in factory design. Really powerful tool in a lot of ways that can bring huge insight with the small issue of sometimes breaking down completely when faced with reality