The presence of unexpected biases in online fact-checking
The increasing amount of information online makes it challenging to judge what to believe or discredit. Fact-checking unverified claims shared on platforms, like social media, can play a critical role in correcting misbeliefs. The current study demonstrates how the effect of fact-checking can vary b...
Main Authors: | Sungkyu Park, Jaimie Yejean Park, Jeong-han Kang, Meeyoung Cha |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Harvard Kennedy School
2021-01-01
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Series: | Harvard Kennedy School Misinformation Review |
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Online Access: | https://misinforeview.hks.harvard.edu/article/the-presence-of-unexpected-biases-in-online-fact-checking/ |
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