Algorithmic media use and algorithm literacy: An integrative literature review

Algorithms profoundly shape user experiences on digital platforms, raising concerns about their negative impacts and highlighting the importance of algorithm literacy. Research on individuals’ understanding of algorithms and their effects is expanding rapidly but lacks a cohesive framework. We condu...

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Main Authors: Gagrčin, Emilija, Naab, Teresa K., Grub, Maria F.
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