Affiliation:
1. Information School, University of Washington, USA
2. Department of Sociology, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, USA
3. Department of Human Centered Design & Engineering, University of Washington, USA
Abstract
Through the lens of one of the fastest-growing international fandoms, this study explores everyday misinformation in the context of networked online environments. Findings show that fans experience a range of misinformation, similar to what we see in other political, health, or crisis contexts. However, the strong sense of community and shared purpose of the group is the basis for effective grassroot efforts and strategies to build collective resilience to misinformation, which offer a model for combating misinformation in ways that move beyond the individual context to incorporate shared community values and tactics.
Funder
University of Washington
John S. and James L. Knight Foundation
Publisher
Shorenstein Center for Media, Politics, and Public Policy
Subject
Music,Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics,History,General Medicine,Ophthalmology,General Medicine,Pharmaceutical Science,Political Science and International Relations,Sociology and Political Science,Political Science and International Relations,Sociology and Political Science,Sociology and Political Science,Plant Science
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