HOW TO BE MEDIA
literate
Cross-Checking
Information
1
Cross-referencing ensures information
accuracy by comparing findings from
multiple reliable sources, ensuring
consistency in facts and details,
increasing confidence in the
information's accuracy.
2
Avoid clickbait
These are flashy headlines in
the online world, that can
mislead and misinform. As a
responsible netizen, focus on
reliable, informative content
and encourage others to avoid
it, as it lacks depth.
3
watch for bias
Investigating source affiliations,
language, and seeking diverse
perspectives is essential. Crossreferencing with fact-checkers and
being self-aware of biases promotes
a balanced online community
through media literacy.
Articles should
never be
completely trusted.
4
It's crucial to avoid relying solely
on articles as information
sources, as they can spread false
information and lead to biased
reporting, necessitating critical
assessment.
5
“Always” look
for visuals
Visual evidence, including images,
videos, and infographics, can
significantly enhance the
credibility and understanding of
articles by providing a deeper
understanding of the presented
information.
engage with
discussions
Participating in discussions offers
diverse perspectives, evaluates
information credibility. This
method can also identify potential
biases or inaccuracies in the
sources being discussed.
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References
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https://www.strikingly.com/blog/posts/avoi
d-fake-news-10-ways-spotmisinformationhttps://fair.org/take-actionnow/media-activism-kit/how-to-detectbias-in-news-media/
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https://www.unc.edu/discover/how-toimprove-your-media-literacy-skills/
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https://www.theedadvocate.org/how-cani-become-more-media-literate/
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