Introduction to Crash Course Navigating Digital Information #1

What is one of the main benefits of the internet according to John Green?

• It provides endless entertainment.

• It connects people and gives them a voice.

• It is a platform for online shopping.

• It offers free educational courses.

What is the primary goal of the MediaWise project?

• To develop new social media platforms.

• To promote online gaming among students.

• To teach students how to assess online information accuracy.

• To create viral content for social media.

How has the internet changed the way we share information compared to the past?

• It has limited the number of people who can share information.

• It has made libraries obsolete.

• It has made information sharing more expensive.

• It has democratized the production and sharing of information.

What is a potential danger of freely flowing information online?

• It can make online shopping more difficult.

• It can reduce the number of social media platforms.

• It can lead to increased internet speeds.

• It can result in the spread of misinformation and disinformation.

What is the difference between misinformation and disinformation?

• Both are accidental.

• Both are intentional.

• Misinformation is accidental, disinformation is intentional.

• Misinformation is intentional, disinformation is accidental.

Why is it important to evaluate the credibility of information sources?

• To reduce internet usage.

• To increase the number of followers on social media.

• To make informed decisions based on accurate information.

• To ensure the information is entertaining.

What is a common mistake people make when evaluating online information?

• They ignore the website's layout.

• They focus on the content's credibility.

• They rely on the website's design and appearance.

• They check multiple sources for accuracy.

What did the Stanford History Education Group study reveal about students' evaluation of online information?

• Students are excellent at identifying credible sources.

• Students often rely on superficial aspects like website design.

• Students prefer traditional news sources over online content.

• Students always check the sources of information.

What skill did fact-checkers use effectively in the study?

• Writing persuasive articles.

• Creating engaging content.

• Designing attractive websites.

• Deciphering fact from fiction using honed skills.

What is the role of sponsored content in online information?

• It is content created by government agencies.

• It is paid content that looks like news articles.

• It is free content provided by news organizations.

• It is always reliable and unbiased.