When belief becomes research: conspiracist communities on the social web
Katie Greer,
Stephanie Beene
Abstract:IntroductionThis article explores two QAnon subgroups that were not active during the initial phase of the movement but now epitomize how QAnon has capitalized on social media to reach more people. We examine these smaller communities through the lens of information literacy and other literacies to identify opportunities for librarians and educators.ResultsThe communities of conspiracy theorists explored here exhibit information behaviors distinct from the initial QAnon community, presenting opportunities for … Show more
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