Unit 1: Fake News: Fact and Fiction
Fake News: Fact and Fiction
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Session 6
In Fake News: Fact and Fiction we break down the concepts and language connected with 'fake news'. In this episode we look at the topic of critical thinking - possibly one of the most important skills any individual can have.
Activity 1
How to be a critical thinker
How to be a critical thinker
Being able to critically analyse the things we see and read to distinguish what is real or fake has never been more important! But, how can you be a critical thinker? Find out more!
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Key vocabulary
spin
the presentation of, for example, negative information in a positive way
to cherry-pick
to use only the details that support your view and ignore other information
bias
a belief that something is good or bad which is not based on evidence
critical thinking
the skill of looking at information objectively, without bias, prejudice or spin
a sceptic /skeptic
someone who uses logic and evidence rather than emotion when judging information
gullible (adj)
easily tricked or deceived because you believe uncritically what you see or hear
media literacy
awareness of the modern media environment and how information and disinformation are spread
To do
Try our quiz to see how well you've learned today's language.
Fake News quiz
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Which type of person did Sam say used logic when analysing information?Question 1 of 3
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Which word or expression means 'to use only the details that support your view and ignore other information'?Question 2 of 3
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What is the definition of this expression?.Question 3 of 3
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