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Author
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Joel M. Burkholder & Kat Phillips
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Year
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December 2022
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Publisher
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Journal of Information Literacy
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Abstract
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The paper examines the lack of a clear definition of bias in library literature and critiques existing teaching methods that treat bias as inherently negative and easy to identify. It argues that identifying bias is a complex cognitive process involving recognizing types of bias, establishing an objective baseline, and assessing its impact. Drawing on insights from multiple disciplines, the paper proposes a clear definition of bias and a practical framework for evaluating it. The study emphasizes the need for a nuanced approach to teaching bias identification to better prepare individuals for evaluating information in a post-truth society.
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Language
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English