Can a quick online game train people to spot COVID-19 lies?
NCT ID NCT07758309
First seen Aug 11, 2026 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether a brief online game can help adults better identify COVID-19 and vaccine misinformation. Participants judge true or false statements and get instant corrections in a game-like format. The study compares this approach to reading the same information as plain text. The goal is to see if gamified learning improves knowledge and increases willingness to get vaccinated.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- A gamified online quiz that tests and corrects COVID-19 and vaccine misinformation
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this game could become a low-cost tool to reduce vaccine hesitancy and improve public health communication.
- What could go wrong
- The effect may be short-lived or not translate into actual vaccination behavior. Results from online samples may not generalize to broader populations.
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Columbia, South Carolina, 29208, United States
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