JHSS PICKFriday November 16, 2012 @ 10:00 AM
Jeff Hancock: 3 Types of Digital LiesWho hasn’t sent a text message saying “I’m on my way” when it wasn’t true or fudged the truth a touch in their online dating profile? But Jeff Hancock doesn’t believe that the anonymity of the internet encourages dishonesty. In fact, he says the searchability and permanence of information online may even keep us honest.
DISCUSSION ROOM #1
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1. Use your own name and school initials
2. Enter the discussion with a partner to generate meaningful comments. 3. Be thoughtful and respectful Discussion Rules1. Use your own name and school initials
2. Enter the discussion with a partner to generate meaningful comments. 3. Be thoughtful and respectful Discussion Topics1. What are some potential dangers of filter bubbles on the web?
2. How is what Google is doing (deciding what is news for you to see) any different from a newspaper which decides what stories it will run that day? 3. Why is it important to hear from and talk to people who have a different worldview or opinion than you? 4. Are there any places on the internet where we can get an unfiltered (or more 'true') search of the web? 5. What do you consume more of 'information vegetables' or 'information dessert'? Join the Discussion
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