Misinformation

What is misinformation?

*Choose all that apply*

• Fake news

• False Rumors

• Real Information

• I Don't Know

Why do we have misinformation?

• People want others to believe something that they believe

• People don't want others to believe something that they believe

How do you know if information is reliable.

*Choose all that apply*

• Accuracy

• Authority

• Currency/Updates

• Coverage

Which is the definition of Misinformation?

*Choose all that apply*

• False or inaccurate information, especially that which is deliberately intended to deceive.

• False information which is intended to mislead, especially propaganda.

• Facts provided or learned about something or someone.

• The action of deceiving someone.

What has happened to the term "Fake News"?

• It is considered a swear word.

• Its meaning has been watered down from overuse.

• It is what all mainstream media has become.

• It has been changed to Faux News.

What is an example of Imposter Content?

• A virus changing the text of a news article.

• Spam emails flooding an account.

• Crediting a famous person with something they didn't say.

• Espionage in government offices.

Which of these is an example of Manipulated Content?

• A photoshopped image designed to make you believe a lie.

• Texts persuading you to vote for a candidate.

• Advertisements claiming a product can make you look younger.

• A comedic remake of a song.

Which of these is an example of Fabricated Content?

• A political campaign spreading lies about an opponent.

• Something made by hand to prove a point.

• A fiction story in a book.

• A news report on a battle.

Which of these is an example of Satire?

• A sad drama that depicts a true event.

• A remake of an old film.

• A panel of people arguing over a topic.

• An actor playing a humorous depiction of a political leader.

Which of these is an example of False Context?

• An image of a 2011 riot being passed off as happening now.

• A completely made up "news" story.

• Using an incorrect citation in a paper.

• Unverified documentation.