DL 353

Magic Wells

Hey all. Here's Digitally Literate, issue #353.

🔖 Key Takeaways

📚 This Week’s Highlights

Dietrich Bonhoeffer argued that stupidity is more dangerous than evil, as it undermines reason and moral judgment.
Why this matters: Understanding how moral failings impact societal discourse can help us navigate challenges in decision-making and communication.

The Twitter Files expose reveals the thorny challenges of content moderation and the controversies surrounding social media governance.
Why this matters: The subjectivity of moderation highlights the need for transparent and equitable policies that balance free speech with safety.

Sky Croser calls for a rethinking of political traditions when addressing online harassment, focusing on intersectionality and systemic change.
Why this matters: A more nuanced approach to free speech debates can lead to improved solutions for combating harassment and fostering inclusivity.

GPT-3 and similar AI tools are reshaping how we perceive writing and education. While some decry the death of traditional essays, others see opportunities for innovation.
Why this matters: These tools challenge conventional markers of intelligence, urging educators to rethink assessments and embrace evolving definitions of creativity.

This paper proposes "critical ignoring" as a strategy to manage misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation online.
Why this matters: Developing the skill to filter out low-quality information is essential in our digitally saturated world.

Innovations like AI and drones are being used to study animal communication, offering new insights into the natural world.
Why this matters: Tools like these foster a deeper understanding of nonhuman species, reconnecting us with nature and its complexities.

🛠️ DO: News Feed Eradicator

Try the News Feed Eradicator, a browser extension that replaces your social media feed with motivational quotes. Available for Chrome and Firefox.
Challenge: See how removing distractions impacts your focus and well-being.

🌟 Closing Reflection

“Miraculous worlds may reveal themselves to a patient observer where the casual passerby sees nothing at all.”
— Karl von Frisch

Reflect and Engage

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