Authentic or Fake News

"Fake News" is....

• Information people don't like

• Misinformation

• Regular News

• The New York Times

True or False: Fake news has no serious impact on the real world because it's all online.

• True

• False

We can stop the spread of fake news by....

• Carefully considering what sources we share

• Pointing out when things seem fake online

• Not using social media as much as possible

• All of these

Because companies make money from people clicking on their stuff, this means they are motivated to publish...

• Real news that is authentic but sometimes boring

• Salacious (crazy) things that people want to read

• The facts with no opinions

What is the first step in fact-checking information?

• Sharing the information with friends to get their opinion

• Checking the information against reputable sources

• Looking at the comments section to see what others say

• Posting the information on social media to see the reactions

Which of the following websites is generally considered a credible source for fact-checking?

• Wikipedia

• Snopes.com

• Personal blogs

• Social media posts

When evaluating the reliability of an online article, which of the following is NOT a credible indicator?

• The article includes verifiable facts and statistics.

• The website has numerous pop-up ads and sensational headlines.

• The author is an expert in the field with relevant qualifications.

• The article is published on a well-known, reputable news site.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which statement best describes the relationship between the content of news stories and how they spread?

• Fake news stories that closely resemble real news stories spread more quickly than wild or exciting stories

• True news stories are usually more advanced and difficult to understand and are therefore shared less often.

• True news stories often include repeated content that no longer interests users and are therefore not spread.

• Fake news stories usually contain more exciting tales that appeal to users and are therefore spread more quickly

Identifying whether an article is an opinion piece or a news report is crucial for:

• Understanding the bias of the website

• Evaluating the credibility of the information

• Deciding if the article is entertaining

• Knowing the author's political affiliation

Why is it important to verify sources before sharing news articles?

• To confuse readers with conflicting information

• To ensure accuracy, reliability, and prevent the spread of fake news and misinformation.

• To make the news more interesting

• To increase the number of shares on social media