11. Extreme in the Mainstream (closing panel of #Connexions24)

Moderator: Jess Dawson
Panelists: Phil Brennan, Tristan Lee, Bret Schafer, Jeremi Suri

Delving into the ways in which extremist ideologies and misinformation proliferate through digital platforms, experts on this panel will examine strategies for countering online radicalization and combating the spread of false narratives. From the role of social media algorithms in amplifying misinformation to the challenges of fostering digital literacy and critical thinking skills, the discussion will address key issues at the intersection of technology, society, and democracy. Gain valuable insights into effective approaches for promoting informed citizenship, combatting disinformation, and fostering a more inclusive and resilient digital ecosystem and contribute to the discourse on what exactly a healthy information environment would look like. This will be the capstone conversation of #Connexions24 on navigating the complexities of information disorder and digital transformation in the modern age.

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