The experimental feature is designed to make The Journal’s coverage more accessible and a step toward personalization. It includes a button in articles that says “Learn More” if the reader wants more information about the article’s topic and then “Close” when the reader is finished.
Unlike a dictionary or lexicon, the additional information is unique to the context of the article and moment, which The Journal thinks is important to aid understanding and learning.
“This, built in partnership with the Innovation team, is an experimental first step towards more advanced content personalization,” wrote R&D head Alyssa Zeisler on Twitter. “Ultimately, we hope to get to the point where we can tailor our coverage to the individual.”
The Flexicle aligns with other initiatives like new and young audiences, so The Journal can look at different types of data and make informed decision about the value of its coverage.
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