In this lesson, students learn about the vital role the First Amendment …
In this lesson, students learn about the vital role the First Amendment protections of free speech and a free press play in American democracy using four case studies of notable investigative (or “watchdog”) reporting. This jigsaw-style lesson has students join an “expert” group to focus on one specific case study.
The poster linked below identifies and defines five types of misinformation: Satire, …
The poster linked below identifies and defines five types of misinformation: Satire, False context, Imposter content, Manipulated content, and Fabricated content.
Many sources compete for attention online, including partisan blogs and bogus sites …
Many sources compete for attention online, including partisan blogs and bogus sites posing as legitimate news organizations. This infographic can help you cut through the noise and learn how to evaluate sources for signs of credibility – as well as for red flags that signal a source should be avoided.
Let’s examine how records obtained by ProPublica under public information laws shaped …
Let’s examine how records obtained by ProPublica under public information laws shaped a Sept. 14, 2020, investigation by the nonprofit news organization. This story spotlights concerns about COVID-19 outbreaks in meatpacking plants, focusing on emails that highlight “the meat industry’s influence and access to” government officials. ProPublica’s findings offer an example of the watchdog role journalists play in a democracy.
We’ll take a closer look at the use of records alongside elements of fairness and transparency in the newsgathering process.
“TRUST ME” is a feature-length documentary that delves into the topics of …
“TRUST ME” is a feature-length documentary that delves into the topics of manipulation and misinformation by exploring human nature, information technology, and the need for news and media literacy to help people trust one another.
Misinformation is all around us, and it has real-world consequences. In today’s …
Misinformation is all around us, and it has real-world consequences. In today’s information landscape where anyone can publish almost anything, who — and what — can you trust?
“TRUST ME” is a feature-length documentary directed by Oscar-nominated Roko Belic that delves into the topics of manipulation and misinformation by exploring human nature, information technology, and the need for news and media literacy to help people trust one another.
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The discussions we recommend are broken up into three sections: before viewing, during viewing and after viewing to help you establish, and build on, the core concepts in the film and reflect on the questions that result. Extension and further reading opportunities are listed at the end of the guide.
The guide is intended for parents and caregivers to aid in discussing …
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The discussions we recommend are broken up into three sections: before viewing, during viewing and after viewing to help you establish, and build on, the core concepts in the film and reflect on the questions that result. Extension and further reading opportunities are listed at the end of the guide.
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