We Got This!: The Effects of Technology on the Online Review System Posted on April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 By admin In today’s heavily digitally driven world, online reviews have become essential in consumer decision-making. It is important for online shoppers to be aware of tactics companies use to rig online reviews in their favor. These virtual testimonials serve as the modern-day word-of-mouth, offering invaluable insights and guidance to prospective buyers…. Read more
Blog Post #4: Assessing Current Platforms’ Attempts to Curb Misinformation Posted on April 13, 2024 By admin The internet has brought us many benefits, but it has also created new challenges. One of the biggest challenges is dealing with misinformation or “fake news.” Misinformation is easily spread through different forms of media and on many other platforms. To prevent this, platforms have implemented policies and procedures to… Read more
Blog Post #3: Website or Claim Analysis Posted on April 6, 2024April 6, 2024 By admin I see posts on almost every form of social media regarding astrology and how it affects people’s dating lives, mental health, and personality traits. Recently, I’ve seen many people blaming their mental state on Mercury being in retrograde. The online claim that Mercury being in retrograde affects people’s mental health… Read more
Blog Post #2: Evaluating Misinformation Educational Tools Posted on March 30, 2024 By admin With the increased spread of misinformation on the internet, tools have been created to help the public increase their digital media literacy abilities. Rumor Guard is a web-based tool designed to help people identify and verify rumors and misinformation online. It is easy to validate information on social media or… Read more
Blog Post #1: 24-Hour Media Diet: Spotting Misinformation Posted on March 23, 2024 By admin The assignment was to keep a media diet diary for 24 hours. This included everything from music to podcasts, television, YouTube—everything! I chose to start on a Monday. A little background to what my day looks like: I work in a local grocery store warehouse and begin my day relatively… Read more
Hello world! Posted on March 15, 2024 By admin Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing! Read more