Misinformation as a Disruptive Innovation
Abstract
The phenomena of misinformation and disinformation have received no shortage of examination from several academic angles, with a noted gap in how and why these phenomena persist and how information disorder may potentially be addressed. This thesis seeks to do just that, establishing a novel framework for examining mis- and disinformation's booming proliferation throughout the information environment, specifically through digital media channels. The frameworks foundation is rooted in Christensen's Disruptive Innovation Theory and Rogers's Diffusion of Innovation Theory, two paradigms appropriated from the business world to explore information as an innovation for sale in the disrupted information marketplace. Through viewing mis- and disinformation through this lens, a better understanding of the nature and prognosis of the phenomena can be reached and potential avenues for mitigation revealed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 2023
- Accession Number
- AD1213681
Entities
People
- Ryan L Thomas
- Sierra J Kenfield
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School