Microsoft purchase of Activision Blizzard won't clean up gamer culture overnight: 5 essential reads about sexual harassment and discrimination in gaming and tech
Sexual harassment and discrimination in gaming and tech are not inevitable or permanent, write experts in the field. The solutions are positive community standards and women in power.
Eric Smalley, Science + Technology Editor •
conversation
Jan. 18, 2022 • ~10 min
Jan. 18, 2022 • ~10 min
What will 2022 bring in the way of misinformation on social media? 3 experts weigh in
Misinformation will continue to strain society in 2022 as the lines between misinformation and political speech blur, cynicism grows and the lack of regulation allows misinformation to flourish.
Ethan Zuckerman, Associate Professor of Public Policy, Communication, and Information, UMass Amherst •
conversation
Dec. 27, 2021 • ~9 min
Dec. 27, 2021 • ~9 min
Surveys of scientists show women and young academics suffered most during pandemic and may face long-term career consequences
Many scientists stuck at home during university closures dealt with increased domestic responsibilities. But some groups had it worse than others.
Timothy P. Johnson, Professor Emeritus of Public Administration, University of Illinois at Chicago •
conversation
Dec. 16, 2021 • ~9 min
Dec. 16, 2021 • ~9 min
I'm a Black woman and the metaverse scares me – here’s how to make the next iteration of the internet inclusive
Today’s social media is plagued by racism and sexism. Without intentionally building the metaverse to be inclusive, it will be, too.
Breigha Adeyemo, Doctoral Candidate in Communication, University of Illinois at Chicago •
conversation
Dec. 15, 2021 • ~10 min
Dec. 15, 2021 • ~10 min
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