Information can come from many different sources and perspectives. But when you’re only hearing the same perspectives and opinions over and over again, you may be in something called an echo chamber(回声室效应).

Echo chambers can happen anywhere information is exchanged, whether it’s online or in real life. The Internet has a unique type of echo chamber called a filter bubble(过滤泡沫). 【小题1】 Websites will then primarily show you content that’s similar to what you’ve already expressed interest in, which prevent you from finding new ideas online.

【小题2】 If you’re ever wondering if a social group or website may be an echo chamber, stop and think about a few questions. Do they tend to only give one perspective on an issue? Is that viewpoint mainly supported by rumor or incomplete evidence? 【小题3】 If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may have found an echo chamber.

There’s no perfect way to avoid echo chambers, but here are a few tips that can help you stay on the right track. 【小题4】 Adding in a few media sources with different opinions will allow you to at least understand what people are saying outside of your echo chamber. Next, the most important aspect is reading each thing you see with a critical eye. 【小题5】 Lastly, attempt to search out reliable new sources that are known for trying their best to filter out false narratives.