Questions and Answers
Perceived notions about reality and our beliefs about economic, social, and political truths are unchanged by the influence attempts of others.
False
The United States is in a sustained, long-term state of engagement in the Information Environment with adversaries, competitors, and enemies.
True
Influence operations by China and Russia form a dangerous synergy in that?
Russian efforts tend to disrupt factions in western democracies and China touts the superiority of authoritarian regimes.
Which of the following are important reasons that the Information Environment affects the Joint Force? (Select all that apply)
Signup and view all the answers
A number of Russian and Chinese news media outlets have been directed to register as foreign agents because they are complicit in disinformation and propaganda offensives.
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following change as regards information across the media timeline? (Select all that apply)
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following are characteristics of the media information timeline in the weeks after an event? (Select all that apply)
Signup and view all the answers
In a recent study, what percentage of Americans proved to be able to accurately discriminate between 5 facts and 5 opinions in the media?
Signup and view all the answers
Which one of the following accurately describes an Advanced Persistent Threat?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following statements describes what we know about truth and falsehoods from research? (Select all that apply)
Signup and view all the answers
Which one of the following statements accurately describes Confirmation Bias?
Signup and view all the answers
Fake news is a false news story published on the internet, via social or other media, either through ignorance, intention, or in a rush to scoop the competition without verifying the facts, and with the intention of influencing the narrative.
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following are ways to improve your media literacy? (Select all that apply)
Signup and view all the answers
Members of the U.S. Military, Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guard (SSAMCG) need to understand how and why advertisers, competitors, and adversaries are using media to spread their message and exert influence.
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following are characteristics of computational propaganda?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following were key findings in the Mueller Report? (Select all that apply)
Signup and view all the answers
Media sources on both the Left and Right selectively reported findings from the Mueller Report that supported their narrative and/or matched primary audience characteristics.
Signup and view all the answers
Which one of the following statements captures how public opinions about special counsel Mueller changed during the course of the investigation?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following descriptions are features of the Russian propaganda model termed the 'Firehose of Falsehood'? (Select all that apply)
Signup and view all the answers
The PRC's non-military operations are extensive. According to the FBI, a China-related counterintelligence case is opened every?
Signup and view all the answers
The DoD ban on selling Huawei smartphones on bases is because they?
Signup and view all the answers
Chinese intellectual property theft from the U.S. may be as much as?
Signup and view all the answers
Which one of the following best describes the Information Environment?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Influence Awareness Study Notes
- Perceived notions and beliefs about economic, social, and political truths can be altered by influence attempts from others.
- The U.S. is engaged in a long-term Information Environment conflict with adversaries, competitors, and enemies.
- China's influence operations emphasize authoritarian superiority, while Russia targets disruption within western democracies.
Information Environment Impact on the Joint Force
- The use of information by adversaries has evolved, posing new challenges.
- The Joint Force and their families are vulnerable to Information Environment attacks.
- Global access to information has transformed, leading to new exploitation opportunities.
Media and Information Dynamics
- Russian and Chinese media must register as foreign agents due to involvement in disinformation.
- Changes across the media timeline include distribution, alteration, and processing of information.
- Initial post-event media narratives are often detailed, focusing on societal and cultural impacts and predominantly found in weekly publications.
Public Discrimination in Information
- Only 26% of Americans can accurately differentiate between facts and opinions in media reports.
Cyber Threats and Misinformation
- An Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) involves long-term, stealthy cyberattacks with unauthorized network access.
- Research indicates political falsehoods spread faster and more broadly than other types of misinformation.
Understanding Cognitive Biases and Misinformation
- Confirmation Bias leads individuals to favor information that supports their beliefs.
- Fake news can result from rush to publish or lack of verification intended to influence narratives.
Media Literacy Enhancement
- Improving media literacy includes looking beyond headlines, verifying facts with multiple sources, and closely analyzing content.
Military Awareness of Media Influence
- U.S. military members need to understand media mechanics employed by advertisers and adversaries for influence purposes.
Computational Propaganda Characteristics
- Key features of computational propaganda include extensive and coordinated misleading narratives disseminated through various channels.
Mueller Report Findings
- The Russian Internet Research Agency influenced U.S. politics via social media and misinformation campaigns without U.S. collusion.
- Both left and right media selectively interpreted and reported findings from the Mueller Report according to their narratives.
Public Perception of Special Counsel
- Public opinions about Mueller fluctuated, with increased favor from Democrats and decreased favor from Republicans over time.
Russian Propaganda Techniques
- The "Firehose of Falsehood" model features no commitment to factual reality and utilizes a high volume of messaging across multiple channels.
Counterintelligence and Security Concerns
- The FBI opens a China-related counterintelligence case every 10 hours, indicating extensive non-military operations by the People’s Republic of China (PRC).
- The DoD prohibits Huawei smartphones on U.S. military bases due to potential spying capabilities.
- Chinese intellectual property theft from the U.S. could amount to one trillion dollars annually.
Definition of the Information Environment
- The Information Environment encompasses a range of factors, affecting how information is interpreted and acted upon by humans and automated systems.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Test your knowledge on influence awareness through flashcards. This quiz covers key concepts regarding perceptions of reality, engagement in information environments, and the impact of influence attempts. Perfect for those looking to enhance their understanding of social and political influences.
