Presenter(s)
Kate Diedrich
Abstract
This study examines the relationship between media consumption, the ability to identify fake news, and levels of polarization. Data will be collected through a survey measuring demographic characteristics, primary sources of political news, and participants’ ability to distinguish between real and fake news. The study seeks to analyze how media exposure and misinformation may influence political polarization. Intervening variables such as age, level of education, and use of a convenience sample will be considered in interpreting the results. All data collected for this study is anonymous.
College
College of Liberal Arts
Department
Political Science & Public Administration
Campus
Winona
First Advisor/Mentor
Elissa Alzate
Location
Kryzsko Great River Ballroom, Winona, Minnesota; United States
Start Date
4-23-2026 9:00 AM
End Date
4-23-2026 10:00 AM
Presentation Type
Poster Session
Format of Presentation or Performance
In-Person
Session
1a=9am-10am
Poster Number
17
Fact or Fiction? The Relationship Between Fake News Recognition and Political Polarization
Kryzsko Great River Ballroom, Winona, Minnesota; United States
This study examines the relationship between media consumption, the ability to identify fake news, and levels of polarization. Data will be collected through a survey measuring demographic characteristics, primary sources of political news, and participants’ ability to distinguish between real and fake news. The study seeks to analyze how media exposure and misinformation may influence political polarization. Intervening variables such as age, level of education, and use of a convenience sample will be considered in interpreting the results. All data collected for this study is anonymous.
Comments
Diedrich, Kate