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Misinformation Mayhem: Information in the "Fake News" Era (In-Person)

Misinformation Mayhem: Information in the "Fake News" Era (In-Person) In-Person

Empower yourself to become a savvy consumer of news and a champion of truth in the digital age! 

In this workshop, you'll learn how to identify misinformation and "fake news" in today’s media landscape. Discover tools and techniques to fact-check sources, evaluate credibility and bias, and navigate misleading information online.

After this workshop, you will know how to:

  • Identify common types of misinformation and disinformation
  • Examine bias and accuracy of reporting by various news outlets
  • Apply lateral reading to evaluate the credibility of news stories and websites

 

Psst... Extra credit for library workshop attendance may be available! Ask your professors for more information.

Date:
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Time:
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Time Zone:
Pacific Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
Library Classroom (Map )
Categories:
  Research Skills  
Registration has closed.

 

People of all abilities are welcome to participate! For accommodations, please email us at library@piercecollege.edu at least 5 days in advance.

Event Organizer

Melissa Cober