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Confidence in Institutions in a Time of Mistrust
UMD iSchool faculty discuss having confidence in government and institutions despite growing mistrust caused by the Covid-19 pandemic …

Mic: The Bitcoin scam that hit Twitter could have been way worse, featuring Jen Golbeck
Recent Twitter hacks demonstrate how misusage of the platform can be detrimental depending on the goals and timing of the attackers. …

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The Library’s Role in Supporting Health Information Justice During COVID-19
Examining the current and future role of libraries in supporting communities.

Leveraging Partnerships to Produce Award-Winning School Librarian Leaders
Creating opportunities for students to learn inside and outside of the classroom alongside school librarians.

CNBC: How the government could ban TikTok — and what else you need to know, featuring Jen Golbeck
The US government is considering banning TikTok, one of the most popular apps on the market, due to concerns that the app may be sharin …

Universities at Shady Grove Blog: How Technology is Helping People with Traumatic Brain Injuries
Amazon's Alexa can help people with brain injuries regain independence and feel supported in their own home.