CREATED REALITIES: A MODEL

Abstract

Aim/Purpose The purpose of this paper is to provide a model to help explain why ideas about reality differ. Background Misinformation is an important topic that in the past several years has gained prominence. The author developed a model of informing. Methodology The methodology is model extension and creation, in this case to extend an existing model of informing so as to accommodate disinformation. Contribution The principal contribution is providing, perhaps, the first model that explains how differing beliefs of reality are created. It also introduces the concept of created reality. Recommendations The model can be applied to a variety of situations to assist researchers in for Researchersunderstanding created realities. Impact on Society The paper extends our understanding of how and why different people understand and believe reality differently. Future Research We recommend that researchers across the disciplines test and build on this model of created realities.