Misinformation and Disinformation Online
Students will develop critical thinking skills to identify and evaluate misinformation and disinformation in digital environments.
Key Questions
- Differentiate between misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation.
- Analyze the techniques used to spread false information online.
- Evaluate the credibility of online sources using critical assessment strategies.
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