Are you tired of getting lost in the maze of misinformation? Do you want to equip yourself with the tools to navigate today's complex information landscape? Look no further! Welcome to the Fact-Checking Sources course – your key to mastering the art of fact-checking in the digital age.
I'm Sarah Morris, an academic librarian, educator, and curriculum designer. I'm thrilled to guide you through the world of fact-checking and empower you with the skills you need to discern fact from fiction. But I understand – fact-checking can seem intimidating. That's why I've designed this course to be approachable, engaging, and, most importantly, effective!
Navigate the Information Jungle
In an era where misinformation spreads like wildfire, the ability to verify the credibility of sources is more important than ever. Whether you're a student conducting research or a curious citizen seeking information on a complex issue, mastering the art of fact-checking is a valuable skill that will serve you well.
The Fact-Checking Sources course is your roadmap to becoming a fact-checking expert. Packed with practical tips, real-life examples, and interactive activities, this course will arm you with the knowledge and skills to navigate today’s information jungle with confidence.
Empower Your Library Instruction Sessions
Are you an academic librarian or educator looking for innovative ways to engage your students in fact-checking? You're in luck! The Fact-Checking Sources course offers a wealth of resources that you can seamlessly incorporate into your library instruction sessions.
Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Dive into Credibility: Break your students into small groups and delve into the different aspects of credibility outlined in Module 1, Topic 2. Encourage lively discussions and equip your students to become more discerning evaluators of information.
Tackle Personal Bias: Use the thought-provoking activity in Module 2, Topic 3 to help students reflect on their personal biases and how they can navigate them when seeking out sources. By addressing biases head-on, you'll empower your students to approach information with a critical eye.
Master Fact-Checking Strategies: Explore Module 3, Topic 2 with your students to introduce them to a variety of strategies for in-depth fact-checking. From reverse image searching to cross-referencing multiple sources, these techniques will elevate their fact-checking skills to new heights.
Join the Fact-Checking Movement
Embark on this exciting journey through the world of fact-checking and equip yourself with the tools you need to separate fact from fiction. Whether you're a seasoned researcher or a curious learner, the Fact-Checking Sources course has something for everyone.
Together, we'll navigate the ever-changing landscape of information, debunk myths, and unleash our inner fact-checking champions. Let's undertake this endeavor together because in a world full of misinformation, the truth is more important than ever.
From Fact-Checking Sources
Sarah Morris is a librarian, educator, and curriculum designer whose work focuses on critical information and media literacy, misinformation, civic engagement, student success, and library and information science education. She has held positions at Loyola University Chicago, the University of Texas, and served as the Head of Instruction and Engagement at the Emory University Libraries. Sarah has worked on curriculum projects with partners that include the Mozilla Foundation and the Carter Center. She currently works as an instructional designer and consultant and is pursuing her PhD in Communication and Information Sciences from the University of Alabama.
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