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  1. Apr 2024
    1. Shannon Sullivan and Nancy Tuana. Race and Epistemologies of Ignorance. State University of New York Press, Albany, 2007. ISBN 978-0-7914-8003-8. URL: https://muse.jhu.edu/pub/163/monograph/book/5200 (visited on 2024-04-01).

      "Race and Epistemologies of Ignorance" by Shannon Sullivan and Nancy Tuana provides a profound insight into how societal structures shape our understanding and ignorance, especially around issues of race. The article talks about "epistemologies of ignorance," a framework that helps explain how certain knowledge is systematically suppressed or ignore to maintain the status quo of racial inequalities. This source adds a critical dimension to understanding the ethical implications of data representation and user interactions on social media platforms, emphasizing the need for a more inclusive and conscious approach to technology development and data management.

    1. Can you think of an example of pernicious ignorance in social media interaction? What’s something that we might often prefer to overlook when deciding what is important?

      An example of pernicious ignorance in social media is about fake news. Social media users often preferring engaging or sensational content, so they might overlook the veracity of the information they share or consume. This preference for engagement over accuracy leads to the spread of misinformation, which can have serious societal implications, such as influencing elections, exacerbating public health crises by spreading false information about vaccines, or promoting harmful conspiracy theories.

    1. Sean Cole. Inside the weird, shady world of click farms. January 2024. URL: https://www.huckmag.com/article/inside-the-weird-shady-world-of-click-farms (visited on 2024-03-07).

      This article illustrates the dark and complex world of click farms, showcasing the drawback of the digital economy that many consumers are unaware of. The ethics of click farms, where social media interactions are artificially inflated, caused many questions about authenticity and trust in the digital age. As digital platforms become increasingly central to business and personal reputations, the implications of click farms on social credibility and economic fairness become a significant concern. This exploration prompts me to ponder the responsibility of social media platforms in combating such practices and the role of regulatory frameworks to ensure digital authenticity.

    1. There are many types of bots in the social media world. Here are some examples of different bots:

      The chapter's exploration of the ethical implications of bots in shaping public opinion and spreading misinformation on social media platforms raises significant concerns. It prompts me to reflect on my experiences with information dissemination on these platforms. The ethical dilemma becomes apparent when considering the balance between freedom of expression and the potential harm caused by unchecked automated accounts. This leads me to question how platforms can effectively mitigate the negative impacts without infringing on individual rights. Is there an ethical framework that can guide developers and users in creating and interacting with bots that contribute positively to the digital ecosystem

  2. Mar 2024
    1. Being and becoming an exemplary person (e.g., benevolent; sincere; honoring and sacrificing to ancestors; respectful to parents, elders and authorities, taking care of children and the young; generous to family and others). These traits are often performed and achieved through ceremonies and rituals (including sacrificing to ancestors, music, and tea drinking), resulting in a harmonious society.

      The purpose and principle for Confucianism seems simple because life in ancient China was less complicated than it is now. People communicated with each other face to face, so they didn't need to worry about how online anonymity lead to a disconnect between a person's true character and their virtual actions. Confucius taught and guided about the basic principles of being a human, which could also be used nowadays to guide people use the social medias properly.

    1. What things about the design of Twitter enabled these events to happen?

      It's easy for the users to reply and retweet a post, which makes it easier for a post to spread on Twitter.

    2. The case of Justine Sacco’s racist joke tweet

      This case reminds me that sometimes character and virtues guide actions on social media, rather than rules or consequences.