Week 9 Understanding Breaking News on Social Media

What is 'breaking news' as defined in the lesson?

• A detailed analysis of past events

• Information about an event that happened last year

• A summary of the week's top stories

• Information being reported about an event that has just happened or is currently occurring

Why might breaking news on social media be unreliable?

• It is always verified by experts

• It is always accurate and trustworthy

• It often lacks fact-checking and editorial oversight

• It is only shared by accredited journalists

What is one way to verify breaking news on social media?

• Check the source and look for corroborating reports

• Ignore all news on social media

• Trust any post with many likes

• Believe the first post you see

What can motivate people to share false information online?

• A desire to inform accurately

• A need to correct misinformation

• A commitment to journalistic ethics

• An intention to mislead or create sensationalism

What should social media users do when encountering breaking news?

• Ignore it completely

• Share it immediately without checking

• Be patient and verify the information

• Assume it is false

What is a potential benefit of breaking news on social media?

• It can highlight issues not covered by larger media outlets

• It is always free from bias

• It is always more accurate than traditional media

• It never contains misinformation

How can social media influence public perception during elections?

• By preventing any false news from spreading

• By ensuring all news is unbiased

• By spreading misinformation and disinformation

• By providing only verified information

What responsibility do social media platforms have regarding false information?

• To ignore any content shared

• To promote all types of information equally

• To stop the spread of false information

• None, as they are just platforms