Keeping you engaged and scrolling/watching for as long as possible is the aim for many online platforms and they are designed to include features that do this. This poster explains some concerns about this, particularly for children who are more likely to be persuaded by these features than adults.
Wake Up Wednesday: Persuasive Design
January 31, 2024
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