Information Literacy Content
Here you will find information literacy content for use in courses or assignments. Concepts such as research, evaluating sources, citation, and library navigation are covered.
Misinformation on Social Media
One way that technology can create bias is through the sharing of information on social media platforms. Platforms like Facebook, X, and TikTok can heavily influence what information the public is exposed to. These social media platforms tailor content to specific users, which can create social media echo chambers in a process described in the infographic below.
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Bias and Technology
In this section you will find information on how to:
- learn about technology's influence over what voices are heard within resources
- explore social media's impact on the spread of misinformation
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Identifying Bias in Technology
The infographic below discusses some of the ways in which human bias can affect various forms of technology.