How to Find Reliable Information and Avoid Fake News

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What is the first tip for finding reliable information?

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Check Who Wrote It - Look for the name of the person or organization. Are they experts on the topic?

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What types of websites should you use for reliable information?

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Use Trusted Websites - Stick to government (.gov), school (.edu), or trusted news sites (like BBC or National Geographic).

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Why is it important to check the date of the information?

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Make sure the information is recent. Old information might not be true anymore, especially for science or health.

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What should you do if you find the same information on multiple reliable websites?

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If you find the same information on other reliable websites, it’s probably true.

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What does it mean if a website seems one-sided?

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Some websites only show one side of the story. Reliable sources try to be fair and give both sides.

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What should good information have to prove its claims?

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Check for Links or Proof - Good information will have links to other websites or research to support what it says.

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What kind of headlines should you be cautious of?

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Watch Out for Crazy Headlines - Fake news often has shocking or unbelievable titles to get your attention.

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What are some signs of fake news websites?

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Strange Websites - Fake news sites often have lots of ads or pop-ups, or they look messy.

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What does it indicate if there is no author or proof on a website?

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If there’s no name or proof of where the information came from, it’s probably not true.

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What should you do if a story sounds too weird to be true?

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Check it on other websites.