Fake News Friday - Sept. 16, 2022

Major breaking news events result in a flood of information. As everyone rushes online to share updates, speculate about recent developments and post jokes, criticism and hot takes, it creates a confusing landscape to navigate. When this claim was shared on social media, many people accepted this rumor as fact because it seems to be true. Remember to pause and critically examine the claims on your feed before spreading posts that could be false.

Source: The Sift from the News Literacy Project

It is easy to get caught up in the moment during a breaking news event. As we try to keep up with the flood of information in our social media feeds, it’s tempting to take things at face value so we can keep scrolling. When a photograph of a devastated-looking Charles started circulating after news of Elizabeth’s death, many accepted it as genuine because it was poignant and because it just felt true. When an image is paired with a claim, especially during a major event, it’s natural to perceive a connection

Source: The Sift from the News Literacy Project