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Pew Research CenterSeptember 7, 2017
How People Approach Facts and Information

The relationship between people’s trust in information sources and their interest in learning is complex

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The relationship between people’s trust in information sources and their interest in learning is complex

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How People Approach Facts and Information
Information dispositions: Five groups of Americans ranging from most to least engaged with information
Education, politics and health news top the list of subjects that interest people
Americans are not fully trusting of information from key sources. Libraries and health providers top the list
Some are interested in getting training
The relationship between people’s trust in information sources and their interest in learning is complex
Different groups report varying levels of multitasking and struggle with online information
Mobile and home internet connectivity top people’s wish list for aids in getting information to make decisions
People have varied desires about how better information access and literacy would help them make decisions
Interest in news and information across groups
Trust in news and information sources
Elements of information engagement and growth mindset across groups
Digital access tools across the five groups
Library use across the five groups
Demographics: Five groups

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