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Which term best describes the intentional spread of false information to influence public opinion?
Which term best describes the intentional spread of false information to influence public opinion?
- Misinformation
- Disinformation (correct)
- Engagement
- Activity
In the context of the spread of false news, which of the following has enabled it to reach a broader audience more quickly?
In the context of the spread of false news, which of the following has enabled it to reach a broader audience more quickly?
- The internet and social media (correct)
- Traditional newspapers
- Academic journals
- Printed books
What was one of the key findings regarding fake news websites during the 2016 U.S. presidential election period, as indicated in the passage?
What was one of the key findings regarding fake news websites during the 2016 U.S. presidential election period, as indicated in the passage?
- They had minimal impact on public opinion.
- They generated more engagement than credible news stories. (correct)
- They were less popular than credible news stories.
- They were primarily accessed by older adults.
Which term describes a person's ability to critically evaluate information presented through digital media?
Which term describes a person's ability to critically evaluate information presented through digital media?
Why are schools increasingly incorporating digital literacy into their curricula?
Why are schools increasingly incorporating digital literacy into their curricula?
What are students being taught to distinguish, in the context of digital literacy education?
What are students being taught to distinguish, in the context of digital literacy education?
According to the passage, what challenge do digital natives often face when it comes to online information?
According to the passage, what challenge do digital natives often face when it comes to online information?
Which of the following is an example of content that students should be taught to identify as potentially unreliable?
Which of the following is an example of content that students should be taught to identify as potentially unreliable?
What is the meaning of propaganda in the context of the text?
What is the meaning of propaganda in the context of the text?
Which skill is least related to promoting digital literacy among students?
Which skill is least related to promoting digital literacy among students?
What does the passage imply about the relationship between social media usage and critical thinking skills?
What does the passage imply about the relationship between social media usage and critical thinking skills?
Which of the following terms is most closely associated with intentional deception, as opposed to accidental inaccuracy?
Which of the following terms is most closely associated with intentional deception, as opposed to accidental inaccuracy?
A school introduces a new course designed to help students assess the credibility of online sources. What is the most likely title for this course?
A school introduces a new course designed to help students assess the credibility of online sources. What is the most likely title for this course?
If a student is able to quickly identify that a news article is satirical, what skill are they demonstrating?
If a student is able to quickly identify that a news article is satirical, what skill are they demonstrating?
What is the most significant implication of fake news generating more engagement than credible news?
What is the most significant implication of fake news generating more engagement than credible news?
What is meant by digital natives in the passage?
What is meant by digital natives in the passage?
Which action would be the least effective in combating the spread of fake news?
Which action would be the least effective in combating the spread of fake news?
What is the likely outcome of a society where digital literacy is not prioritized?
What is the likely outcome of a society where digital literacy is not prioritized?
Why is it important for students to learn how to distinguish between different types of online sources?
Why is it important for students to learn how to distinguish between different types of online sources?
What is the primary goal of incorporating digital literacy into school curricula?
What is the primary goal of incorporating digital literacy into school curricula?
Flashcards
Misinformation
Misinformation
Information that is false or inaccurate, especially that which is intended to deceive.
Engagement
Engagement
The condition of being involved, participating, or actively occupied with something.
Digital Literacy
Digital Literacy
The ability to evaluate digital information critically.
Differentiate
Differentiate
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Propaganda
Propaganda
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Study Notes
- Fake news websites are capable of spreading false information more rapidly than legitimate news sources.
- The internet and social media platforms have accelerated the spread of disinformation to a wide audience.
- Research indicates that during a six-week period surrounding the 2016 U.S. presidential election, approximately 25% of Americans visited fake news websites.
- Fake news stories generated more user engagement compared to the top 20 credible news stories during the same period.
- Proficiency in social media does not necessarily translate to digital literacy.
- Individuals who are adept at using platforms like Facebook and Twitter may still struggle to critically evaluate information and are susceptible to fake news.
- Schools are integrating digital literacy into their curricula to address this issue.
- Students are being educated on how to differentiate between reliable sources, data, and photos, and to identify falsities, bias, and satire.
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