Fact-Checking Social Media In An Era Of Manipulated Photos, Videos

The video tutorial emphasizes the importance of news literacy, especially on social media, where misinformation can easily spread. It discusses the challenges of verifying news content, particularly with the rise of deepfakes and manipulated images. The tutorial introduces Jake Godin, a verification expert, who shares insights on identifying fake content and using tools like reverse image search to verify images. Practical examples illustrate how fake images and accounts can mislead people, highlighting the need for critical evaluation of online content.

Why is it important to verify news on social media?

• To increase the number of followers on social media.

• Because all news on social media is fake.

• To ensure the information is accurate and not manipulated.

• Social media platforms verify all news automatically.

What is a deepfake?

• A digitally altered video that appears real.

• A type of computer virus.

• A type of fake news article.

• A new social media platform.

What was digitally altered in the Beirut port explosion video?

• The color of the sky.

• The presence of a missile.

• The sound of the explosion.

• The date of the event.

Who is Jake Godin?

• A social media influencer.

• A fictional character.

• A verification expert and award-winning reporter.

• A famous actor.

What can reverse image search help you determine?

• The exact location of an image.

• Whether an image has been shared before and its authenticity.

• The number of likes an image has received.

• The original creator of the image.

Which search engines can be used for reverse image search?

• Only Google.

• Only Yandex.

• Google, Bing, and Yandex.

• Only Bing.

What is a common sign that an image might be fake?

• It has been shared by a celebrity.

• It has a watermark.

• It looks slightly off or unusual.

• It is in black and white.