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Gen Z, Media Illiterates
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Gen Z, Media Illiterates


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  The almighty algorithm is fueling conspiracy theories among young people and ruining their ability to tell fact from fiction on the internet.

The article from Yahoo News discusses a study by researchers at the Reboot Foundation, which found that Generation Z, despite being digital natives, struggles with media literacy. The study revealed that only 19% of Gen Z respondents could correctly identify verified information on social media, and many were unable to distinguish between news and sponsored content. This lack of media literacy is attributed to the overwhelming amount of information available online and the rapid evolution of digital platforms, which has outpaced traditional education on media consumption. The article emphasizes the need for better education and tools to help young people navigate and critically assess the media they consume daily.

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