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What is disinformation?
What is disinformation?
Freedom of the press means newspapers can be controlled by the government.
Freedom of the press means newspapers can be controlled by the government.
False
Who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2021 for work related to freedom of expression?
Who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2021 for work related to freedom of expression?
Maria Ressa
Disinformation is often spread through __________ media.
Disinformation is often spread through __________ media.
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Match the following concepts with their definitions:
Match the following concepts with their definitions:
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Which of the following is a tactic mentioned in the fight against disinformation?
Which of the following is a tactic mentioned in the fight against disinformation?
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Technology for profit has had positive effects on democracy worldwide.
Technology for profit has had positive effects on democracy worldwide.
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What does lawfare refer to in the context of disinformation?
What does lawfare refer to in the context of disinformation?
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Maria Ressa and her media company, __________, were recently acquitted of tax evasion charges.
Maria Ressa and her media company, __________, were recently acquitted of tax evasion charges.
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What was a potential consequence mentioned regarding disinformation?
What was a potential consequence mentioned regarding disinformation?
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What was the fate of Senator Leila de Lima?
What was the fate of Senator Leila de Lima?
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Disinformation spreads faster than facts, especially when it is laced with anger and hate.
Disinformation spreads faster than facts, especially when it is laced with anger and hate.
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What was the outcome for Jess Malabanan?
What was the outcome for Jess Malabanan?
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Without ____, you can't have trust.
Without ____, you can't have trust.
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Which of the following is NOT a suggested output for the performance task on the freedom of the press?
Which of the following is NOT a suggested output for the performance task on the freedom of the press?
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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The freedom of the press is essential to counter disinformation.
The freedom of the press is essential to counter disinformation.
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How many lawyers were killed under the Duterte administration?
How many lawyers were killed under the Duterte administration?
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What is one reason why the freedom of the press is important?
What is one reason why the freedom of the press is important?
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The model FactsFirstPH is designed to deal with the spread of facts.
The model FactsFirstPH is designed to deal with the spread of facts.
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What is a consequence of having no trust in society?
What is a consequence of having no trust in society?
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The performance task presentation should last around ___ minutes.
The performance task presentation should last around ___ minutes.
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Match the following elements of the performance task output criteria with their descriptions:
Match the following elements of the performance task output criteria with their descriptions:
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What does the checklist for the performance task emphasize?
What does the checklist for the performance task emphasize?
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Lacking creative elements in a presentation can still make it impressive.
Lacking creative elements in a presentation can still make it impressive.
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Why is it important to counter disinformation?
Why is it important to counter disinformation?
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Study Notes
Disinformation and Freedom Of The Press
- The text discusses the threats posed by disinformation and the essential role of a free press in a healthy democracy.
- Disinformation is defined as false information spread intentionally to deceive.
- Freedom of the press is the right for news organizations to operate without government control.
Maria Ressa and The Fight for Press Freedom
- Maria Ressa, recipient of the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize, is a journalist known for her work in safeguarding freedom of expression.
- Ressa, along with her media company Rappler, were acquitted of tax evasion charges, a victory for press freedom in the Philippines.
Technology's Role In Disinformation
- The text highlights how technology is being used to spread disinformation, leading to violence, surveillance, and the destruction of trust.
- This is exemplified by the weaponization of social media, leading to attacks on specific groups.
- The exploitation of social media algorithms for profit has distorted facts and created a system of “surveillance capitalism”.
Lawfare and The Targeting of Journalists
- "Lawfare" refers to the manipulation of legal processes to target individuals and groups.
- This practice has been used against journalists and activists in the Philippines, silencing critical voices.
- Violence, imprisonment, and shutdowns of media outlets are also used to suppress press freedom.
Cases of Press Freedom Violations
- Senator Leila de Lima, a former justice secretary, has been imprisoned for six years.
- Jess Malabanan, a journalist working on a drug war series, was killed.
- ABS-CBN, the largest broadcaster in the Philippines, lost its operating license.
The Importance of Facts and Trust
- The text stresses the importance of facts and trust in maintaining a functional society and democracy.
- Without them, there can be no shared reality, no rule of law, and no democracy.
#FactsFirstPH Initiative
- The initiative #FactsFirstPH proposed a solution for combating disinformation.
- This model emphasizes collaboration between media, civil society, academia, and law to counter the speed of lies and hate.
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This quiz explores the impact of disinformation on press freedom and democracy. It discusses key figures like Maria Ressa and the role of technology in spreading false information. Participants will learn about the importance of protecting journalistic integrity and freedom of expression.
