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According to Pam, what is Media Literacy Week?
According to Pam, what is Media Literacy Week?
- A week dedicated to celebrating journalists
- A week dedicated to teaching people how to differentiate between real news and fake news (correct)
- A week dedicated to promoting trust in the media
- A week dedicated to discussing the impact of technology on journalism
What does Pam say about the current state of news consumption?
What does Pam say about the current state of news consumption?
- People are less interested in news than before
- People only relied on TV, newspapers, and radio in the past
- People are more trusting of news sources today
- People are now bombarded with information from various sources (correct)
What percentage of young Australians believe they can differentiate between real news and fake news?
What percentage of young Australians believe they can differentiate between real news and fake news?
- 80%
- 40% (correct)
- 50%
- 60%
What does Pam say about her role as a news anchor?
What does Pam say about her role as a news anchor?
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What is the definition of fake news according to Pam?
What is the definition of fake news according to Pam?
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Study Notes
Media Literacy Week
- Celebrated to promote the importance of understanding and evaluating media content.
- Encourages individuals to think critically about the media they consume.
Current State of News Consumption
- An increase in confusion among audiences regarding the reliability of news sources.
- More people are experiencing difficulty in discerning credible information from misinformation.
Differentiating Real and Fake News
- Approximately 75% of young Australians feel confident in their ability to tell the difference between authentic news and false news.
Role as a News Anchor
- Pam views her responsibility as not only to report news but also to educate viewers about media literacy.
- Aims to empower the audience to question and critically assess the information presented.
Definition of Fake News
- Described as misleading information presented as factual news.
- Often crafted to manipulate public perception or provoke emotional responses.
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