Evils of knowledge sharing and learning: The case of agri-food misinformation in virtual communities of practices in Sri Lanka
This study investigates the spread of misinformation related to agriculture in Sri Lankan virtual communities. It discovers that false information is widespread and influenced by cultural, political, and societal factors. Members with…
Facebook for digital agricultural extension services: The case of rooftop gardeners in Bangladesh
This research investigates how Facebook groups can aid urban rooftop gardeners by filling an existing information gap. Utilizing the Theory of Virtual Community Practice, the investigation examined communication patterns in two Facebook…
From individual to collective: Collective memory from a psychological perspective.
This paper discusses the evolution of collective memory research, contrasting Maurice Halbwachs’s sociological perspective with the more individualistic approach often taken in psychological studies. It argues that psychology’s focus on individual memory…
Transforming the Roles of a Public Extension Agency to Strengthen Innovation: Lessons from the National Agricultural Extension Project in Bangladesh
This paper discusses the need for agricultural extension agencies in low-income countries to evolve from traditional roles to more dynamic ones that support interactive communication and mediation among stakeholders. Focusing on Bangladesh,…
Social media in agricultural extension services: Farmers and Extension Agents Perspective.
The study evaluates the current use of social media in agricultural extension services and farmers’ attitudes towards it in Chapainawabganj Sadar Upazila, Bangladesh. It finds that while 75% of farmers have a…
ICTs for the poorest of the rural poor
The article highlights the essential role of ICTs in rural development, focusing on their potential to improve social services, income-generating activities, and governance. Despite these benefits, rural populations in India, especially the…
Combating Misinformation in Bangladesh: Roles and Responsibilities as Perceived by Journalists, Fact-checkers, and Users
This paper examines misinformation on Facebook in Bangladesh, focusing on challenges in verifying online information in the Global South. By conducting interviews with journalists and fact-checkers, as well as conducting public surveys, it…
ICT impact on socio-economic conditions of rural Bangladesh
The study indicates that ICTs have substantially altered social security, rural economy, healthcare facilities, women’s empowerment, disaster and emergency response, and other related areas, similar to trends observed in other developing countries.…
Politics of Fake News: how WhatsApp became a potent propaganda tool in India
The paper examines the role of WhatsApp in spreading fake news and political propaganda in India. It explores the platform’s widespread usage and components that facilitate disseminating false information, influencing public opinion,…
Country characteristics, Internet connectivity and combating misinformation: A network analysis of Global North-South
The study analyzes data across 152 countries to examine how global Internet connectivity and national characteristics influence media, information, and digital (MID) education programs. It uncovered that countries with higher international Internet…
