Teenagers understand social media algorithms but want more control, study finds
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PhysTeenagers understand social media algorithms but want more control, study findsphys.orgTeenagers want a greater voice in the design and governance of platforms such as TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, according to new research led by University College Dublin. Rather than passive victims of social media algorithms, the study found adolescents have a sophisticated understanding of how recommendations work and actively evaluate the risks and rewards of their online environments.
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