How People Approach Facts and Information
People deal in varying ways with tensions about what information to trust and how much they want to learn. Some are interested and engaged with information; others are wary and stressed.
Numbers, Facts and Trends Shaping Your World
People deal in varying ways with tensions about what information to trust and how much they want to learn. Some are interested and engaged with information; others are wary and stressed.
Trends in visiting public libraries have steadied, and many Americans have high expectations for what their local libraries should offer
Experts are split on whether the coming years will see less misinformation online. Those who foresee improvement hope for technological and societal solutions. Others say bad actors using technology can exploit human vulnerabilities.
Most Americans think that local libraries serve the educational needs of their communities and families well. But many do not know about key education services libraries provide.
A large majority of Americans seek extra knowledge for personal and work-related reasons. Digital technology plays a notable role in these knowledge pursuits, but place-based learning remains vital to many.
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A survey of Advanced Placement and National Writing Project teachers finds that teens’ research habits are changing in the digital age
People who believe their local government does a good job sharing information are more likely than others to feel satisfied with civic life.
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