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...

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Main Authors: Sungkyu Park, Jaimie Yejean Park, Jeong-han Kang, Meeyoung Cha
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Harvard Kennedy School 2021-01-01
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/