Detecting and Debunking Disinformation: The Role of University Libraries in Promoting Information Literacy
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This research delves into strategies for detecting and debunking disinformation, placing significant emphasis on fortifying information literacy within university libraries. It explores the surge of disinformation in the digital era, its societal impacts, and the imperative of equipping individuals with adeptness to navigate today’s information landscape. The paper lists existing methodologies and tools for identifying disinformation, explores debunking strategies, and underscores the pivotal role of university libraries in fostering information literacy. It also pinpoints challenges and proposes future research directions and practical interventions in this domain.
Source: Contemporary Mediterranean
DOI: 10.17818/sm/2024/1.3
Author: Alena Aissing
Institution: University of California, Los Angeles
Language: English
Subfield: Sociology and Political Science
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4405005864