Disinformation Experts, Security Officials Urge Media Literacy

The video discusses the rise of conspiracy theories during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on Q Anon and election fraud claims. It highlights the impact of disinformation on society and the efforts to counter it through news literacy and social media responsibility. The video also examines disinformation tactics, such as emotional targeting and foreign influence, and emphasizes the need for social media platforms to take action against false information.

What factor contributed to the spread of Q Anon during the pandemic?

• Decrease in internet usage

• Isolation and more free time

• More family gatherings

• Increased outdoor activities

What is one method used to help people identify disinformation online?

• Online games that distinguish real from troll accounts

• Blocking all social media platforms

• Encouraging people to avoid news

• Promoting conspiracy theories

What is a key focus of news literacy courses?

• Practicing meditation

• Learning new languages

• Understanding biases and propaganda

• Teaching cooking skills

How do bad actors often manipulate emotions to spread disinformation?

• By promoting peaceful messages

• By using humor and jokes

• By providing accurate information

• By issuing warnings of violence or safety issues

What role do social media companies play in addressing false information?

• They promote it for more engagement

• They delete all user accounts

• They take action against communities spreading false information

• They ignore it completely