ABSTRACT
This research proposes a Sense of Misinformation Scale (SoMS) to assess perceived susceptibility to misinformation across diverse cultural contexts. The study involves item generation, factor analysis, measurement invariance testing, and criterion validity assessment.
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Key findings
SoMS measures perceived misinformation susceptibility.
Cross-cultural measurement invariance is essential for meaningful comparisons.
The study will provide a robust tool for assessing perceived misinformation vulnerability.
Limitations & open questions
The study's outcomes depend on the successful validation across diverse cultural contexts.