Fact Checking Resources
Here are a few sites to help determine if a story is fake or real:
FactCheck.org: updated frequently, shows evidence for factual accuracy in U.S. Politics (The Annenberg Public Policy Center)
Snopes.com: Determines the veracity of viral social media posts. Content is Urban legends, folklore, myths, rumors, and misinformation
Politifact.com: St. Petersburg Times fact checks statements by politicians and rates them on "Truth-O-Meter"
Flackcheck.org Provides resources designed to help viewers recognize flaws in arguments in general and political ads in particular. Video resources point out deception and incivility in political rhetoric. Also covers Health and Science news stories.
Media Bias Fact Check An independent online media outlet dedicated to educating the public on media bias and deceptive news practices.
Google Fact Check Explorer: fact check info about a topic or person
SIFT method videos
Online Verification Skills Part 1 Introduction
Online Verification Skills Part 2 Investigate the Source
Online Verification Skills Part 3 Finding the Original Source
Online Verification Skills Part 4 Look For Trusted Work
