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IntermediateGrades 8–12Algorithms

Who's really choosing what you see?

Algorithm Decoded

Every time you open a social media app, an algorithm decides what you see — and what you don't. This course pulls back the curtain on recommendation systems, filter bubbles, and the business model that profits from your attention.

7 lessons55 minGrades 8–12
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What you'll learn

Explain how recommendation algorithms work and why they exist
Identify filter bubbles and echo chambers in your own feeds
Understand the attention economy and how platforms profit from engagement
Recognize algorithmic amplification of extreme content
Take practical steps to diversify your information diet

Standards alignment

This course is aligned to the following academic standards.

CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.6 — Evaluate authors' differing points of view
ISTE Student Standard 2 — Digital Citizen
CASEL SEL Competency — Social Awareness

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