Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Overview

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What was a potential negative effect of the social media accusations against Mr. Nestor Punzalan?

Promotion of responsible journalism
Greater awareness of the incident
Increased support from the community
Damage to Mr. Punzalan's reputation (correct)

Which entity bears liability for broadcasting unverified accusations in such incidents?

Witnesses present during the incident
Law enforcement agencies involved in the case
Only social media users who share false information
Traditional media outlets and social media platforms (correct)

What significant role did social media play in this incident?

Facilitating the spread of misinformation (correct)
Providing a platform for only verified news
Enhancing the accuracy of news reporting
Limiting public engagement in the issue

What lesson could social media users learn from the wrongful accusations against Mr. Punzalan?

To verify the credibility of sources before sharing (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one suggested way to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future?

Implementing stricter regulations on social media platforms (C) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following effects of media and information with their descriptions evident in the incident involving Mr. Nestor Punzalan:

Positive effect = Increased awareness of wrongful accusations Negative effect = Spread of misinformation Media responsibility = Verification of information before publishing Citizen journalism = Public reporting on incidents by individuals Signup and view all the answers

Match the following stakeholders with their roles in the incident involving Mr. Nestor Punzalan:

Top Gear = Reported unverified information Netizens = Shared accusations on social media Law enforcement = Investigated the actual incident Mr. Nestor Punzalan = Victim of wrongful accusations Signup and view all the answers

Match the following preventive measures with their purpose to prevent incidents like that experienced by Mr. Nestor Punzalan:

Media literacy programs = Educate the public on responsible information sharing Fact-checking initiatives = Ensure accuracy before dissemination Public accountability = Hold individuals liable for spreading false claims Ethical journalism codes = Guide media organizations in reporting Signup and view all the answers

Match the following lessons learned from the event with their implications for social media users:

Think critically = Assess information before sharing Verify sources = Check the credibility of information providers Report responsibly = Avoid amplifying unverified claims Be aware of consequences = Understand the impact of misinformation Signup and view all the answers

Match the following consequences of wrongful accusations with their impact on individuals and society:

Emotional distress = Impact on the accused's mental health Public outrage = Mobilization of support against injustice Loss of reputation = Diminished public trust in media Legal repercussions = Potential lawsuits against false accusers Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Social media's role in the Punzalan case

Citizen journalism and social media played a significant role in falsely accusing Mr. Punzalan in a shooting incident.

Media Liability in the Punzalan case

Media outlets and social media users who wrongly accused Mr. Punzalan could face legal consequences.

Impact of false accusations

False online accusations can severely affect an individual's reputation and well-being.

Preventing future false accusations

Establishing mechanisms to verify information and fact-checking before sharing online would help prevent this kind of incident.