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The word fake news can be found a lot on television or online but there are three terms that better describe the different types of inaccurate information found in the media.
Misinformation is false, but not created or shared with the intention of causing harm.
Disinformation is deliberately created to mislead, harm, or manipulate a person, social group, organization, or country.
Malinformation is based on fact, but used out of context to mislead, harm, or manipulate. An example of malinformation is editing a video to remove important context to harm or mislead.
(From CISA, accessed 29 April 2024)
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As a student, you will need to accurately assess the information you collect while researching to determine whether your content and sources are credible. You will have to do more than assume the information you find is correct because it looks reputable. Aspects to check further include the currency, relevance, authority, accuracy, and purpose of the research you gathered to ensure its validity .
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