Developing An Information Quality Model For Social Media Based On Madani Al-Farabi's Concept: A Study In Malaysia
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.31436/ijpcc.v11i2.593Keywords:
Information Quality, Social Media, Madani Al-Farabi, Truth, Knowledge, Happiness, Good Deeds, MalaysiaAbstract
Social media is a huge part of everyday life now, especially for the young generation, who often spend their time on platforms like Facebook and Instagram for information. Over the years, these platforms have completely changed how we connect, stay informed, and get our news. Technology has made it easier to access news and updates; we can access information faster than before. However, this is not always good since we must face the challenges of technological advancements. Shompa and others have pointed out how important it is to use social media in ways that align with Islamic values. Failing to use these platforms can lead people away from following Allah's teachings and cause harm to the peace and harmony we attempt to achieve in this life. Lately, there has been a lot of talk about the poor quality of information on social media. As these platforms have expanded, so has the sharing of false information, fake news, and propaganda. Because news travels so quickly online and there is often no fact-checking, it has become tough for users to figure out accurate information. It is a global issue that also includes Malaysia. Fake news has become a critical problem. The government has tried to stop the spread of false information by introducing new laws. However, some worry that these laws will only be used to limit free speech and silence critics. Social media has also been used to broadcast lies, especially during elections. Like in many other countries, fake news in Malaysia can cause actual harm to the country, such as dividing communities and making people lose trust in fundamental institutions. This study aims to discover the quality of information shared on social media and attempt to create a new model for evaluating it. The model will be based on Madani Al-Farabi's concepts and will focus on how social media is used by youth in Malaysia. By doing this, the study hopes to address the increasing problem of misinformation and help people share and use information more ethically and responsibly
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