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Digital Information is a tool to communicate ideas or outside knowledge, this is why being cautious about what information you consume on the internet is crucial to make the best decisions. Being aware of the reliability of a source or the biased information is why it is important to navigate the right way by evaluating, restraining yourself from everything you see and placing the information in context.
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https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8dPuuaLjXtN07XYqqWSKpPrtNDiCHTzU
| Topic | Key Concepts | Importance | Strategies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fact Checking | Verification, Credibility | Ensures accuracy of information | Cross-referencing, Using fact-checking websites |
| Lateral Reading | Multiple sources, Context | Provides broader perspective | Reading about the same topic from different sources |
| Evaluating Sources | Credibility, Bias, Expertise | Helps identify reliable information | Checking author credentials, Identifying potential biases |
| Wikipedia | Collaborative editing, Citations | Quick reference, Starting point for research | Checking citations, Using as a springboard for further research |
| Evaluating Evidence | Data analysis, Source credibility | Supports informed decision-making | Examining methodology, Verifying data sources |
| Evaluating Photos/Videos | Authenticity, Context | Prevents misinformation spread | Reverse image search, Checking metadata |
| Data and Infographics | Visual representation, Data interpretation | Simplifies complex information | Checking data sources, Understanding scales and context |
| Click Restraint | Selective consumption, Information overload | Focuses on quality over quantity | Prioritizing sources, Limiting social media consumption |
| Social Media | Viral content, Echo chambers | Awareness of information bubbles | Diversifying sources, Fact-checking before sharing |
Misinformation is really common since there is so much information out there that can be factual or mislead by personal opinions. It is always important to check source in order to make smart decisions about what you gather (for a good output).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4IpJRz5xxQ&t=5s
Who wrote the information
evidence for claims
what other sources say
Fact checking is a must through finding the claim with backed up evidence, seeking it’s reliability by reviewing if the person who wrote it has authority on the subject, and checking what others have to say about the information. This habit of adopting fact checking is important because it changes our decisions based on what we gather from the information we see on the internet.
All humans make mistakes and we are the ones to write the information that we see online in the first place. The best way to actually check any misinformation of disinformation is to use lateral reading (multiple tabs of information) to asses that the output we are taking is reliable.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZvsGKvqzDs
Who made this and why?
Who is the person who wrote it, or the organization?
It is important to know where the information comes from because it is all produced by someone or for a purpose. Using multiple sources of information such as articles, magazines, newspapers, etc… will aid in understanding where the original information comes from. Also, finding who wrote it and the articles related to this person or organization. Furthermore fact checking websites could aid in using the internet safely. Overall these are some of the ways in which lateral reading can help to check reliability.