Checking on Fact-Checks: How Global Fact-Checkers on X Debunk the Infodemics

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Original languageEnglish
Publication statusPublished - 22 Nov 2024

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TitleNational Communication Association 110th Annual Convention
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PlaceUnited States
CityNew Orleans
Period20 - 24 November 2024

Abstract

Mis(dis)information surged on social media during the pandemic, highlighting the need for effective debunking approaches. This study analyzed 13,994 COVID-19 related fact-checked tweets from 46 International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN) institutional accounts on X, identifying trends and tactics in fact-checking. Results reveal that editorial fact-checkers focused on pandemic statistics, while independent outlet fact-checkers tackled conspiracy theories, contributing to the Social Media Fact-Checking Model (SMFM) by providing graphical and empirical evidence from a particular social media platform.

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Checking on Fact-Checks: How Global Fact-Checkers on X Debunk the Infodemics. / WANG, Pengda.
2024. Paper presented at National Communication Association 110th Annual Convention, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States.

Research output: Conference PapersRGC 32 - Refereed conference paper (without host publication)peer-review