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August 17, 20250 citations

Clarifying Issues in Misinformation Research Using Conceptual Tools

Global Crisis or Overblown Problem? Three Tools to Clarify Contentious Issues in Misinformation Research

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PNPietro Leonardo NicklMSMubashir SultanCSCaedyn Stinson

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Overview

Analysis reveals fewer genuine disputes in misinformation research, implying improvement in policy directions.

Key Points

  • Misinformation research is more legitimate than critics suggest, and insights can guide future studies in this field.
  • Three conceptual tools were introduced: the (Mis)information Funnel, System, and Lens, enhancing clarity about misinformation issues.
  • Debates on misinformation's prevalence and impact remain but do not undermine the validity of existing research frameworks.
  • Future directions of misinformation research and policy making are shaped by understanding different perspectives on these debates.
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Nickl et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68a36a4f0a429f797332f092https://doi.org/10.31235/osf.io/4vhwq_v1
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