Institutional Factors in Misinformation Mitigation
Libraries and academic units occupy a strategic position in mitigating misinformation by providing access to verified repositories and systematic literacy training [2][5]. While students often demonstrate initial confidence in finding information, critical evaluation skills require consistent, long-term pedagogical support [1]. The contrast between formal informatics training and community-based resilience strategies, such as those observed among indigenous learners, suggests that a singular approach is insufficient [4]. Effective mitigation relies on the dual integration of formal critical thinking curricula and accessible, culturally responsive educational tools [3][4].