Description

Misinformation can spread rapidly, much like a virus. Pictures taken out of context can also contribute to misleading narratives. What is more concerning is that children and teenagers are the most vulnerable in this fertile territory of fake news. From the fabricated stories of the New York Sun in 1835 to the propaganda tactics of Nazi Germany, we explore the deceptive nature of fake news. What is dis-/misinformation and what are its consequences for societies? Listen to this episode to find out how Media and Information Literacy competencies can deal with this information disorder.

Take a closer look at this topic by exploring our MOOC Modules 2 and 3.

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