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The Evolution Of Computational Propaganda: Trends, Threats, And Implications Now And In The Future, Holly Schnader
The Evolution Of Computational Propaganda: Trends, Threats, And Implications Now And In The Future, Holly Schnader
Senior Honors Projects, 2010-2019
Computational propaganda involves the use of selected narratives, social networks, and complex algorithms in order to develop and conduct influence operations (Woolley and Howard, 2017). In recent years the use of computational propaganda as an arm of cyberwarfare has increased in frequency. I aim to explore this topic to further understand the underlying forces behind the implementation of this tactic and then conduct a futures analysis to best determine how this topic will change over time. Additionally, I hope to gain insights on the implications of the current and potential future trends that computational propaganda has.
My preliminary assessment shows …
"All The World's A Stage:" A Social Media Project For The American Shakespeare Center, Lauren D. Ambrose
"All The World's A Stage:" A Social Media Project For The American Shakespeare Center, Lauren D. Ambrose
Senior Honors Projects, 2010-2019
As the nation’s only original re-creation of Shakespeare’s indoor theater, The American Shakespeare Center plays a lead role in its local area of Staunton, Virginia. The organization boasts a prominent following in the theatre and on Facebook; however, its remaining social media accounts have been stuck in the Renaissance. In November 2014, the ASC got an update in the form of a new cast member—the “What’s Your Shakespeare Personality?” quiz and web based application. Using extensive research into local demographics, audience and arts trends and social media usage, this project sought to assist the organization in the application’s launch and …