Understanding Echo Chambers

What is an echo chamber?

• A place where sound is amplified

• An environment where only similar opinions are shared

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• A type of social media platform

Which cognitive bias contributes to the formation of echo chambers?

• Anchoring bias

• Confirmation bias

• Hindsight bias

• Availability heuristic

How can you identify if a group or website might be an echo chamber?

• It frequently updates its information

• It encourages open debate

• It relies on rumors and incomplete evidence

• It presents multiple viewpoints equally

What is a recommended strategy to avoid falling into an echo chamber?

• Only follow news from one source

• Check multiple news sources for information

• Avoid discussing new ideas

• Engage with people who share your views

Why is it important to interact with people of different perspectives?

• To challenge and broaden your understanding

• To reinforce your own beliefs

• To find like-minded individuals

• To avoid conflict