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Social media information literacy: Conceptualization and associations with information overload, news avoidance and conspiracy mentality
- Author
- Raffael Heiss, Andreas Nanz b, Jörg Matthes b
- Year
- NOVEMBER 2023
- Publisher
- Elsevier Ltd., Volume 148
- DOI/Link
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- Abstract
- Previous studies on media and information literacy highlight the growing importance of social media information literacy (SMIL) in addressing challenges such as information overload and misinformation in digital environments. Scholars emphasise that SMIL is a multidimensional construct encompassing skills related to navigation, evaluation, comprehension, creation, and interaction on social media platforms. Research indicates that higher levels of education and frequent social media use contribute positively to the development of SMIL, while age shows limited influence. Existing literature further suggests that stronger SMIL reduces information overload, which in turn lowers news avoidance and conspiracy thinking, thereby contributing to positive civic engagement and democratic resilience.
- Language
- ENGLISH
- Keywords
- Media Literacy
- Source
- www.google.com