The Future of Fact-Checking
The Future of Fact-Checking Societies around Europe and the globe are tackling the ever increasing problem of fake news and disinformation. This ‘explosion’ of harmful and false information causes societal division and can erode trust in democracy and institutions. Independent media outlets are increasingly focusing on the importance of ‘fact-checking’, but are confronted with ever-shifting […]
No Half-Truths: On Democracy, Media Literacy and Fake News
How do we ‘unmask’ half-truths, misinformation, or disinformation, and why does it threaten our society and democracy? This video explains how media literacy can help us.
How does misinformation affect us?
Misinformation, the spread of false or inaccurate information, has a profound impact on individuals and society as a whole, and understanding its effects from a psychological perspective is crucial. Here, we explore how misinformation affects us psychologically: 1. Cognitive Biases: Human minds are susceptible to cognitive biases, such as confirmation bias, which leads us to […]
How to spot misinformation?
In a world inundated with information, it’s becoming increasingly important to be able to distinguish fact from fiction. Misinformation, the spread of false or inaccurate information, can have far-reaching consequences. Fortunately, there are several key strategies you can employ to spot misinformation and protect yourself and others from its harmful effects. 1. Check the Source: […]
What is misinformation?
Misinformation is all around us, every day we encounter things that are presented without context, are complete lies, or are misrepresentations of the truth. What can be even more confusing is the variety of terms that are used to describe the phenomena of misinformation. What Is Misinformation? In today’s information age, the term “misinformation” has […]