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What is Information Literacy?
What is Information Literacy?
Information literacy is the ability to find, evaluate, organize, use, and communicate information in all its various formats, most notably in situations requiring decision making, problem solving, or the acquisition of knowledge. It is a combination of research skills, critical thinking skills, computer technology skills, and communication skills. Information literacy is essential for academic success, effective functioning in the workplace, and participation in society as knowledgeable citizens.
Fake news is false, inaccurate, or misleading information disguised as credible news. Unlike legitimate news, fake news is not checked for accuracy or credibility. Some fake news stories are easy to detect because they are silly and clearly not meant to be taken seriously. However, many fake news reports are difficult to distinguish from the truth. Rather than aiming to provide readers with an unbiased and true account of whatever is happening, these stories seek to spread distrust, manipulate public opinion, redirect blame, destroy reputations, or generate personal, political, or financial gain.
The Fake News Crisis: How Misinformation Harms Society
Publisher: ReferencePoint Press, Inc.
Approximately 50 percent of American adults who get their news online rely on Facebook as their source for news reports.
The Fake News Crisis
Step 1 - STOP!
Before you read the article or share your video, stop!
Ask yourself:
Do I know this information source? Do I know it's reputation?
What kind of content is this?
Who wrote or created it?
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