Contributors page for the Misinformation Tracking Database
Thank you for your consideration and taking the first step towards contributing to the combat against Misinformation. This page provides you all the necessary information that you require in order to get started with the process of making contributions to our Misinformation Tracking Database.
We recommend you to go through this entire document before you get started with your contributions. But, if you still want to get started straight away, feel free to proceed to the
This column stores the overarching subject or category to which the myth and fact belong. It helps organize and classify the information in the database. For example, topics could include "COVID-19," "Climate Change," "Vaccination," or any other relevant area of misinformation research.
Myth
This column contains a brief description or statement of the misinformation or myth that is being addressed. It represents the false or misleading information that is prevalent in public discourse or online.
Label
The label column is used to classify the nature of the myth or misinformation. It can include categories like "Health," "Science," "Politics," or more specific labels depending on the database's focus. This helps users quickly identify the domain of the misinformation.
Fact
This column provides a clear and accurate statement of the fact or truth that debunks the myth. It serves as the counterpoint to the misinformation and provides evidence-based information to correct false beliefs.
URL
The URL column contains web links or references to credible sources, studies, or articles that support the provided fact. It allows users to access the source material for further verification and in-depth research.
Country (coming soon...)
This column indicates the geographical context or region to which the misinformation or fact may be relevant. It can help users understand if a particular myth is more prevalent in specific countries or regions.
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By organizing our database with into columns, we create a structured and informative resource for understanding and combating misinformation. You can input information related to various myths, facts, and their associated topics, labels, URLs, and geographical contexts, facilitating research and debunking efforts in the field of misinformation.