media literacy

Tracing the spread of misinformation and disinformation through our fast-moving media landscape, a journalist, scientist, medical professional, and professor gives readers the skills to identify and counter poorly sourced clickbait and misleading headlines.

"Fake news is a . . . problem that affects everyone. It can undermine democracies, negatively impact public health, and destroy reputations. How fake news spreads, the problems fake news causes, how to recognize and keep from spreading it are discussed"--Provided by publisher.

"This guide to constructivist media decoding explains how all teachers can help students navigate a complex media landscape and productively engage in a democratic society"--.

"Gives readers tips on how to navigate the seemingly overwhelming amount of news out there and how to find trusted sources whose stories are rooted in facts"--.

"This insightful book explores the fake news phenomenon, helping students think critically about where their news comes from"--Provided by publisher.

"Everyone has their own opinions, but journalists are supposed to keep theirs out of stories. Their job is to report the news and not push people into thinking a certain way. When stories are slanted toward one side, this is known as media bias. 'Identifying Media Bias' helps readers examine news stories to determine if they are biased toward one viewpoint"--Provided by publisher.

"Examines the line between personal beliefs and facts. It also gives readers tips on how to identify these two things in the media"--.

"This insightful book explores the fake news phenomenon, helping students think critically about where their news comes from"--Provided by publisher.

"As news media has moved past established old-time sources and into new forms--and as the cry of 'fake news' is used for both false sources and real news that people dislike--it becomes more and more difficult to know what to trust. In this informative book, readers will learn what clues and signs to watch for when reading, watching, or listening to news media. Useful tips will help them figure out when to look deeper on social media, and intriguing facts will give perspective to help them learn more about the role of the free press in U.S. society"--Provided by publisher.