Help the kid or teen in your life with the "Get Smart About News". The NewLitProject Tuesday newsletter

The News Literacy Project (@NewsLitProject) posted  Tue, Sep 10, 2024:

"The next time kids around you bring up a TikTok trend or encounter misinformation, you want to be in the know, right?

Get Smart About News, our Tuesday newsletter, is back with that purpose! 

Help the kid or teen in your life become more news-literate: https://t.co/ZanVwBTB1M"

Help the kid or teen in your life with the "Get Smart About News". The NewLitProject Tuesday newsletter

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The News Literacy Project introduces #Misinformation Dashboard

The News Literacy Project (@NewsLitProject) posted Mon, Aug 26, 2024:

👀 ICYMI: Last week we introduced a new tool geared to help you be informed, not misled!

The News Literacy Project introduces #Misinformation Dashboard

✏️ Our #Misinformation Dashboard: Election 2024 collects examples of viral rumors, bringing trends into focus & empowering you to identify & resist falsehoods.

🔗 Dashboard ->  https://t.co/LyhHkwNydr

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Why? Forbes Magazine writes:

"Last week, we found 67 Facebook Pages, with a collective following of >9M people, with names like We Are America and American Story. All 67 were run by foreigners — many from Macedonia — posing as Americans to farm clicks. Sounds familiar, doesn’t it?"  https://x.com/ebakerwhite/status/1828022973497819277

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The News Literacy Project introduces #Misinformation Dashboard

The News Literacy Project shares checklist to help determine accurate information on breaking news

via the NewsLitProject 

"So, yeah, it's been another one of those heavy news days. If you're trying to navigate your feed to find the facts, we've got a checklist "

The News Literacy Project shares checklist to help determine accurate information on breaking news

When big news breaks, it can be hard to cut through the noise and find accurate information. Misinformation thrives during times of war, natural disasters and upheaval — and bad actors often spread falsehoods for cheap engagement on social media.

This infographic offers six best practices to help you navigate fast-moving stories:

1. Mind the gap: Keep in mind that there’s often a gap between what the public wants to know and the verified information available. Unconfirmed or completely bogus content often rushes in to fill that gap.
2. Beware bad actors: Remember that bad actors often capitalize on breaking news situations to spread falsehoods for easy likes and shares.
3. Do a quick search: This is often your best defense against misinformation.
4. Look for evidence: Claims that make bold assertions but provide no links or other evidence should always be approached with caution.
5. Seek credible sources: Be intentional about looking for credible news and not relying on social media algorithms to bring you updates.
6. Practice patience: Quality journalism and verification take time. Be ready to follow news developments over time.

Remember: Early details in news reports may turn out to be incorrect, and it might take days or even weeks to untangle initial accounts in a major story. The last thing you want to do is add to the fog of confusion by sharing an unverified post or visual. Slowing down and following these tips can help keep you anchored as the story continues to unfold.

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Find more from the News Literacy Project -> https://newslit.org/

Download the DPF for this infographic ->  https://newslit.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Breaking-News_Infographic_FINAL.pdf

Join us! Stand up for facts during News Literacy Week

It's National News Literacy Week!

With thousands of local, state and federal elections on the line in 2024, finding solutions to the local news crisis has never been more imperative. That's why the fifth annual National News Literacy Week — which starts today — focuses on the vital role of local news in keeping communities informed and connected. The week aims to raise awareness of news literacy as an essential life skill and provide the public, educators, students and parents with easy-to-adopt tools and tips for navigating our information landscape. Our PSA campaign encourages everyone to become more discerning about the information they share online and to consider how their actions impact public trust and a sense of community. We're also offering free events every day this week that address the local news crisis and what it means for democracy. (Details below!) Join the movement to create a more news-literate nation: Remind your friends, family and followers that behind every share, there's a person making a decision. Download our social media kit at NewsLiteracyWeek.org, and use the hashtag #NewsLiteracyWeek all week! And don't forget to register for our free events. Here's the lineup: TODAY, Jan. 22 For everyone: Extra, extra: How to solve the local news crisis 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT Catch the livestream of our National News Literacy Week kickoff event! We've invited a panel of distinguished journalists, media critics and educators to help us shape our thinking on addressing the local news crisis. Featuring Sarabeth Berman of the American Journalism Project, author and media columnist Margaret Sullivan, Steven Waldman of Rebuild Local News and Kimi Yoshino of The Baltimore Banner. Moderated by Tracie Potts of the Eisenhower Institute. Set reminder Tuesday, Jan. 23 For educators and students: Behind the Scenes with the Washington Post TikTok Team 1-2 p.m. ET/10-11 a.m. PT Join us with your students for a discussion with the Washington Post TikTok team as they give a behind-the-scenes look at their popular TikTok posts and answer student questions (submit them here). Register Wednesday, Jan. 24 For everyone: How student journalists are filling the gap in local news 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT A student-led virtual panel discussion about how young people are making a difference in local community news coverage. Featuring Sara Maloney of The Eudora Times, Ashlyn Myers of The Statehouse File and Harsidak Singh of The Arlington Amp. Moderated by Darragh Worland, host of the News Literacy Project podcast Is that a fact? Register Thursday, Jan. 25 For everyone: How to find local news you can trust 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT How can we determine whether news sources are credible? Local news outlets help us make informed decisions as engaged participants in a democracy, but the process of creating the news isn't always clear. Our webinar will provide an overview of the news literacy concepts you need to be reliably informed, with a spotlight on local news. Register Friday, Jan. 26 For educators: NewsLitCamp: The importance of local news 9 a.m.-5 p.m. ET/6 a.m.-3 p.m. PT Participate in an immersive professional development experience focusing on essential news literacy concepts and featuring key sessions with professionals from Scripps-affiliated local news stations across the United States. Register Learn more and get involved! About National News Literacy Week This annual initiative, presented by the News Literacy Project and The E.W. Scripps Company, underscores the vital role of news literacy in a democracy and provides people of all ages with the knowledge and tools to become better informed and more civically engaged. For a future founded on facts, The News Literacy Project   NewsLiteracyWeek.org JAN. 22-26, 2024 Support news literacy by donating today. Visit us at newslit.org, checkology.org, newslitnation.org and rumorguard.org. The News Literacy Project, a nonpartisan education nonprofit, is building a national movement to advance the practice of news literacy throughout American society, creating better informed, more engaged and more empowered individuals — and ultimately a stronger democracy. The News Literacy Project 5335 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Suite 440, Washington, DC 20015

How to find local news you can trust

A News Literacy Week workshop

NewsLiteracyWeek.org Don't miss out on our free virtual events! How can we determine whether news sources are credible? Local news outlets help us make informed decisions as engaged participants in a democracy, but the process of creating the news isn't always clear. During National News Literacy Week 2024 — Jan. 22 to 26 – we are hosting a free webinar, How to find local news you can trust, which will provide an overview of the news literacy concepts you need to be reliably informed, with a spotlight on local news. We'll pull the curtain back on the practice of quality, ethical local journalism. Thursday, Jan. 25 How to find local news you can trust 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT A free virtual workshop that provides an introduction to news literacy skills you can use to determine whether a source is credible. Register There's more! We have a full lineup of events planned for National News Literacy Week. Monday, Jan. 22 Extra, extra: How to solve the local news crisis 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT Catch the livestream of our National News Literacy Week kickoff event! We've invited a panel of distinguished journalists, media critics and educators to help us shape our thinking on addressing the local news crisis. Featuring Sarabeth Berman of the American Journalism Project, author and media columnist Margaret Sullivan, Steven Waldman of Rebuild Local News and Kimi Yoshino of The Baltimore Banner. Moderated by Tracie Potts of the Eisenhower Institute. Set reminder Wednesday, Jan. 24 How student journalists are filling the gap in local news 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT A student-led virtual panel discussion about how young people are making a difference in local community news coverage. Featuring Sara Maloney of The Eudora Times, Ashlyn Myers of TheStateHouseFile.com and Harsidak Singh of The Arlington Amp. Moderated by Darragh Worland, host of the News Literacy Project podcast Is that a fact? Register   We hope you will be a part of National News Literacy Week in 2024! Now in its fifth year, National News Literacy Week underscores the vital role of news literacy in a democracy and provides people of all ages with the knowledge and tools to become better informed and more civically engaged. Presented by the News Literacy Project and The E.W. Scripps Company, this year's event turns a spotlight on local news and its role in a healthy democracy. View more NNLW events and resources For a future founded on facts, The News Literacy Project   NewsLiteracyWeek.org JAN. 22-26, 2024 Support news literacy by donating today. Visit us at newslit.org, checkology.org, newslitnation.org and rumorguard.org. The News Literacy Project, a nonpartisan education nonprofit, is building a national movement to advance the practice of news literacy throughout American society, creating better informed, more engaged and more empowered individuals — and ultimately a stronger democracy. The News Literacy Project 5335 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Suite 440, Washington, DC 20015