Project Censored's 2024 guide, "Beyond Fact-Checking," explores how framing influences narrative strategies used by media. It teaches readers to identify framing techniques such as selective sourcing and passive language. The guide was originally developed for students, emphasizing how news can be factually correct but still misleading due to framing. This concept extends beyond news; personal online presentations and influencer content utilize similar framing strategies, often leading to false perceptions. Additionally, algorithmic curation on social media further obscures framing, reinforcing echo chambers that distort users' understanding of diverse viewpoints.
Framing shapes how we understand stories by emphasizing certain aspects and downplaying others, promoting particular interpretations that are subtle and easily overlooked.
The teaching guide aims to equip readers with tools to identify framing red flags, recognizing that accurate news can still be misleading due to framing practices.
Influencers exemplify framing through their curated online presence, where selective storytelling can mislead audiences about their realities while generating income.
Algorithmic curation creates echo chambers by amplifying specific narratives, leading users to misinterpret the diversity of perspectives available online.
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