Where Does Media Come From?
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What is Research & Information Literacy?
Applying digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information.
In today's digital age, the ability to research, gather, organize, analyze, and evaluate the relevance and purpose of information is more crucial than ever. With the advent of Generative AI technology, which can easily produce fake news and misleading media, discerning what is real from what is fake has become a critical skill.
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Do you have the knowledge and tools to navigate this complex landscape, ensuring you and your children can confidently identify credible information and avoid misinformation?
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Media Questions to Ponder:
Where do you consume most of your media?
What sources are behind the media you consume?
What media is your child consuming?
Have you talked to your child about misinformation?
Do you seek out multiple media sources to gain an unbiased perspective?
All media has a targeted audience and a message. Do you consider who is behind this message when you consume different kinds of media?
Are you aware of algorithms and how they can contribute the media you see?
Here are 4 Things to Consider In Order To Get A Range Of Information From The Media You Consume
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Learn how algorithms work
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Search Multiple Perspectives
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"Mess with your algorithms"​
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Diversify your sources
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Search an image online using "Google Reverse Image Search" to fact check images​
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Always question the information you consume. Consider the source's potential biases and cross-check facts before accepting them as true​
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