How can I spot fake news?

Duration5'

No. of mini-lessons3

ResourcesTakeaway Tasks

Duration 5'

No. of mini-lessons 3

Resources Takeaway Tasks

Course overview

Fake news isn’t a new phenomenon. There have been hoax stories as long as there has been legitimate news. But, nowadays, misinformation can spread across the world in seconds and has the power to change how people think and behave. And it’s only getting trickier to recognize bogus stories. So, how does one know what to believe?

That’s where this course comes in. It explores the definition and dangers of fake news, the clues to watch out for, and how to double-check information. Anyone taking this course will soon be able to spot fake stories at a glance and navigate their way to the truth.

What's covered

What fake news is and why it’s important to spot it

Tips to identify fake news

Why your teams need this course

This course is for anyone who spends a lot of their time online. They’ll learn what fake news is and why it’s essential to know how to recognize it. Our easy-to-follow tips will help them separate fake news from the real deal, so they’re not caught out by untruthful or misleading information.