Help Your Students Spot False News
A collection of resources from around the BBC to help your students spot fake news and false information. This content explores the social, political and economic impact of news reporting, and the skills needed to analyse and critically evaluate information across a range of media.
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BBC News - Live Lesson
A special interactive lesson looking at the impact of false news, and the skills needed to analyse and evaluate information on social media and online. This is suitable for teaching students aged 11-14.
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Researching Stories and Spotting False Information
BBC journalist, Tina Daheley, explains how to gather information and use sources to compile a balanced news report containing facts and opinions. This film is suitable for teaching students aged 11-14.
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School Report - "Fake News" Resources
Explore School Report's collection of interactive resources for helping young people spot fake news and false information.
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Newsround - Fake News: What is it?
A collection of resources from the Newsround team looking at the issue of fake news and how we can spot it. Suitable for teaching students aged 6-12.
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BBC iReporter - Get ready to make the headlines
Your role as a BBC journalist is to cover a breaking news story. You'll be judged on the accuracy and impact of your story as well as your speed - You won’t be able to rewind your day or go back so make your choices wisely!
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The Evidence Toolkit
Team up with BBC School Report and take fake news to task with the Evidence Toolkit. Equip yourself with all you need to dissect the news and figure out what's really going on.
External Resources
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Full Fact
Find out more about the work of Full Fact, an independent fact checking charity.
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HuffPost UK
Stories about fake news from HuffPost UK.
