Misinformation on the Internet
Information that is posted to the internet is created by many different users. Although this information is freely available, it does not mean that it is always reliable. Some internet authors will post incorrect information on the internet. It is our job to determine whether or not information found on the internet is accurate.
Information that is posted to the internet is created by many different users. Although this information is freely available, it does not mean that it is always reliable. Some internet authors will post incorrect information on the internet. It is our job to determine whether or not information found on the internet is accurate.
Misinformation Defined
Misinformation Defined
Disinformation
Disinformation
Information that was intentionally created by an author to manipulate their audience. Disinformation will often discredit reliable information or support false conclusions. To be believable authors will often mix the truth with lies to persuade their audience.
Misinformation
Misinformation
False or inaccurate information that is spread unintentionally. Misinformation is not intended to mislead people whereas disinformation is. Misinformation can be caused by misinterpretation of correct information.
Propaganda
Propaganda
Information used to promote a specific cause. Propaganda authors use information to influence readers to support the authors viewpoint.
How to Evaluate Information
How to Evaluate Information
The first thing I do when evaluating information online is to check the websites domain name. Here is a graphic to help you identify reliable websites.
The first thing I do when evaluating information online is to check the websites domain name. Here is a graphic to help you identify reliable websites.
The most reliable websites have domain names that end in .gov or .edu.
The most reliable websites have domain names that end in .gov or .edu.
Other Criteria for Evaluating Web Sites
Other Criteria for Evaluating Web Sites
To learn more about source evaluation click HERE.
To learn more about source evaluation click HERE.
Videos to Help You Evaluate Websites
Videos to Help You Evaluate Websites