Understanding Online Trolling Dynamics

The video explores the concept of trolling on the Internet, its history, and its various forms, from harmless pranks to cyber-bullying. It delves into the psychology behind trolling, highlighting the Online Disinhibition Effect and personality traits like the Dark Triad. The video also discusses strategies to combat harmful trolling, such as community moderation and humanizing interactions, while considering the balance between free speech and civility.

What is the primary goal of a troll when they post off-topic or inflammatory comments?

• To promote a product

• To gather information

• To make friends

• To disrupt an online conversation

Which platform is mentioned as a place where trolling began in the early 1990s?

• Instagram

• Facebook

• Usenet

• Twitter

What does the Online Disinhibition Effect describe?

• The rise of social media platforms

• The ability to multitask online

• The tendency to behave differently online due to anonymity

• The increase in online shopping

Which factor of the Online Disinhibition Effect involves creating a character of the other person in your mind?

• Minimization of authority

• Asynchronicity

• Solipsistic introjection

• Dissociative anonymity

Which personality trait is associated with taking pleasure in others' pain?

• Sadism

• Empathy

• Machiavellianism

• Narcissism

What percentage of survey respondents specifically said they enjoyed trolling?

• 60%

• 20%

• 10%

• 5%

What theory suggests that areas already hit by vandals are more likely to be targeted again?

• Social Learning Theory

• Theory of Planned Behavior

• Broken Windows Theory

• Cognitive Dissonance Theory

What is one proposed method to combat aggressive trolls?

• Increasing anonymity

• Humanizing the victim

• Ignoring all comments

• Encouraging more trolling

What did Lindy West's troll do after reading her writing about the experience?

• Continued trolling

• Apologized to her

• Ignored her

• Reported her account

What is a potential downside of intense moderation in online communities?

• It reduces user engagement

• It limits free speech

• It increases anonymity

• It encourages more trolling