What are your thoughts on a tweetathon? #mscedc interested to see what the data says re: engagement. Can data really tell how active we are?
— Chenée Psaros (@Cheneehey) March 17, 2017
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2/2 @j_k_knox When there is much research being done in particular areas, how is it decided how work will be displayed? #mscedc
— Chenée Psaros (@Cheneehey) March 15, 2017
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1/2 @j_k_knox But popularity could be dictated by no. of times cited, no. times seen, popular search terms. #mscedc
— Chenée Psaros (@Cheneehey) March 15, 2017
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Thinking about how search results shape research. How do algorithms work in databases? #mscedc
— Chenée Psaros (@Cheneehey) March 14, 2017
Algorithmic experiment
Stuart and I carried out an experiment of algorithmic proportions!
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How algorithms shape our world
We live in a world run by algorithms, computer programs that make decisions or solve problems for us. In this riveting, funny talk, Kevin Slavin shows how modern algorithms determine stock prices, espionage tactics, even the movies you watch. But, he asks: If we depend on complex algorithms to manage our daily decisions — when do we start to lose control?
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I thought this TED talk was interesting as Slavin indicates that the way humans and algorithms interact is an ‘ecosystem’, a complex interconnected system when one facet cannot survive in the same way without the others. This supports the idea that ‘spaces…cannot be entirely controlled by teachers, students, or the authors of the software’ Knox (2014).
References
Knox, J. K. (2014). Active algorithms: sociomaterial spaces in the E-learning and Digital Cultures MOOC. Campus Virtuales, 3(1): 42-55.
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AJL -ALGORITHMIC JUSTICE LEAGUE: Working to eliminate bias. #mscedc https://t.co/MDUntnlM3Y
— Chenée Psaros (@Cheneehey) March 10, 2017
Algorithmic bias, like human bias, can lead to unfairness. I love the innovative way in which Joy Buolamwini demonstrates how algorithmic bias occurs.
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How I'm fighting bias in algorithms https://t.co/9R8JkaC6Wr via @TEDTalks #mscedc
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Instagram: Are there algorithms watching me?
Just when I was looking to change, someone kindly followed and offered to help me. Could there be something greater at play here than just a kind offer? 🤔 #mscedc #algorithm March 07, 2017 at 09:23AM
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#mscedc Does anyone know if it's possible to IFTTT a website directly onto WordPress without using Twitter?
— Chenée Psaros (@Cheneehey) March 7, 2017