The intellectual occupation of knowledge and the challenges of critical reception among the visitors of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina An analytical study of the role of libraries in resisting informational guidance

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Department of Libraries and Information - Faculty of Arts - Alexandria University

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The study explored the concept of “intellectual occupation of knowledge,” focusing on its meanings, contemporary implications, and major forms in society. It analyzed the educational, media, and technological factors behind its spread, as well as mechanisms used to impose ideas and shape collective awareness. It also examined how cultural and social conditions affect individuals’ ability to resist such cognitive control, with a special focus on the role of libraries as institutions of knowledge resistance.

Using a case study method, the research found growing awareness of intellectual occupation and the dangers of misinformation. However, this awareness remains limited, often tied to weak critical thinking and preventive behaviors. A deeper understanding correlates with higher education and access to critical knowledge. Educational institutions and social media play a stronger role in shaping awareness, while the influence of traditional media and free reading continues to decline.

The study confirms that digital media control and targeted curricula are key tools in reinforcing cognitive dominance. Meanwhile, reduced engagement with free knowledge sources reflects declining intellectual independence. Despite a willingness to verify information, many still engage with content superficially. The difficulty in recognizing fake news and low awareness of deepfakes highlight the urgent need for programs

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