Fake News Friday Jan 23 2026

​Fake News Friday
January 23, 2026

By Caleb Pahl

Multiple Choice

How many ads are there on this page?

• zero

• one

• two

• three

Multiple Choice

Is it true that Roblox is going to shut down?

• Yes, this is real news

• No, this is fake news

• This announcement is contingent on pending legal cases

Multiple Select

What are some ways that you could check or verify a claim like this one that was posted to social media? (select ALL of the correct answers)

• Check the source

• Look for evidence from credible sources

• Take note of online trends

• Ask your little brother or sister

Multiple Choice

Is it true that children in Finland are taught media literacy from the age of 3 years old and onward?

• Yes, this is real news

• No, this is fake news

Multiple Select

Why does Finland teach media literacy from an early age? (select all of the correct answers)

• To help students recognize disinformation

• So that students can analyze different kinds of media

• It helps them be getting at gaming

• To be resistant to Russian propaganda

Poll

Do you think media literacy should be required in schools?

• Yes, definitely

• Yes, in some cases

• Only for high school students

• No, never