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<img alt="" height="1" width="1" />Panel on the internet examines the use of [b]Wikipedia, Facebook[/b]
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The volume and validity of information on the internet was discussed by panelists on November 23, addressing audiences in the Maple Leaf Room in Lister ...



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<Lisa> Given also questioned the idea of authority of truth, saying that too much trust is placed in popular sites such as Wikipedia and Facebook because of the attention they receive. She added that it should be a priority to bring to the forefront a greater awareness regarding the limitations and validity of readily available information.


That's about all you need to know from this article. I continue to be amazed by what constitutes a worthwhile "conference" or "panel" in academia these days. No wonder Reagle is a PhD.
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