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Kids Can Press
Language
English
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"Here's a deep dive into how real journalism works, what fake news is -- and most importantly, how to spot the difference. Organized into chapters that explore fake news and why it's so popular, how real news gets made, some common types of fake news, and how to investigate what you see online, this book is a must-read guide for kids who get most of their information online. With hilarious examples and humorous and lively illustrations, Can You Believe...
Author
Publisher
ReferencePoint Press
Language
English
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"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.
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Publisher
KidHaven Pub
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Description
"'Fake news' is a term that is used and often misused by politicians, in the news, and on social media. What does it really mean? Readers discover the answer to this question as they explore the realities of false news stories, misinformation, and bias. Through unbiased main text, detailed graphic organizers, full-color photographs, and helpful fact boxes, readers expand their understanding of this timely topic and engage their critical-thinking skills...
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Publisher
Twenty-First Century Books
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
This title explores journalistic and fact-checking standards, Constitutional protections, and real-world case studies, helping readers identify the mechanics, perpetrators, motives, and psychology of fake news. A final chapter explores methods for assessing and avoiding the spread of fake news.
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Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2019
Language
English
Description
"It is no secret that an ever-changing media landscape has changed the ways we create and consume news, but with the rising role of social media and digital technology, misinformation has found more creative ways to sneak into the collective discussion, muddying the waters and leaving readers more confused than ever. With an easy-to-follow outline of what makes news credible, this book summarizes the ways that young readers can stay informed and remain...
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Publisher
Feiwel & Friends
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"A YA Nonfiction book about the history of Fake News and tips for how to spot it"--
Fake news is not a new phenomenon. Otis, a former CIA analyst, takes readers from the ancient Egyptians to the founding fathers to the present day to show the history and impact of misinformation over the centuries. She shares actionable tips on how to spot fake news, and how to make sense of the information we receive each day. Perhaps most importantly, you'll learn...
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Publisher
ReferencePoint Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
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"Although they started as a place to socialize online, social media platforms have increasingly become a place where people get their news worldwide. According to a 2022 Pew Research Center study, approximately 70 percent of Americans get at least some news from social media platforms. Concerns have risen as more people turn to social media to get news. While some information on social media platforms comes from trustworthy news outlets, other news...
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Series
Publisher
KidHaven Pub
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
"'Fake news' is a term used by politicians and on social media. It can be difficult to know what news sources to trust, or if any can be trusted. The question of whether or not we should trust the news is at the center of this critical thinking exercise, which is also an accessible introduction to media literacy. As the informative main text details each side of this debate, fact boxes present statistics readers can use to back up their point of view....
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Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"It is more and more apparent that it is hard to tell the difference between real and fake news. If teachers flunk tests about it, how can they teach their students to understand what's what? Fake and real news items are thrown at us daily, on tv, on the internet, on the streets of our cities; everywhere we look and even when we don't think we're looking. Easy-to-understand text, simple infographics, quizzes, and lots of examples helps kids learn...
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