Look, the fact of the matter is that we’re all human, nobody’s ever ‘perfect,’ and we all make mistakes from time to time and have gaps in our knowledge. That being said, you still expect the people you interact with to have a certain level of general education and common sense. However, online veterans know that no matter how long you browse, you’ll still stumble across fails that take you completely by surprise.
Bored Panda has collected some of the most jaw-droppingly dumb comments and posts from social media and other parts of the internet, where users show just how uneducated they really are. They’re cringeworthy. They spread secondhand embarrassment. And you’ll find the most painful to read of the bunch as you scroll down.
We wanted to learn why some people don't double-check their facts, sources, and spelling, as well as how anyone can improve their writing and vocabulary, so we reached out to Lisa McLendon, Ph.D., from the University of Kansas, for help. She was kind enough to shed some light on Bored Panda's questions, and you'll find her insights below.
