Swimming upstream against the wave of fake news
Arizona students share essential strategies for discerning truth in an age of AI and social media "outrage."
media literacy
UK report warns schools lag on media literacy ed
Survey shows most teachers call it essential, but few schools deliver. It should be part of the core, not an add-on.
Research on media glorification and teen behavior
Teen drinking and drug use are down, but the media can make them look more common than ever. How can we mitigate the effects?
Media literacy can promote healthy relationships
Beyond filters and hashtags: teaching teens to see through romantic illusions online and embrace genuine, healthy relationship values.
Illinois now requires lessons on media literacy
Can you separate truth and fake news on social media? Opinion vs fact? You'll learn about it in school, thanks to a new IL law.
Beware of misinformation after Hurricane Ian
Can you spot disinformation? Misinformation? Do you even know the difference? Can we teach kids this?
Closure of DNAinfo Chicago is hard to swallow
The closure of another local news bureau will have a negative impact on stories that are national or international in scope.
Absenteeism may contribute to dropout rate
Reasons why kids miss school are complex and highly variable; let's address the problem and stop promoting misinformation with simple-minded ads.
Alleged D.C. shooter was investigating ‘fake’ news
A man was arrested in connection with a shot fired at a pizzeria in Washington. No one was hurt. He was reportedly investigating a news report.
Trump strategist’s site: Bullying reports are fake
We note the uptick in bullying reports nationwide since the election. Some news sites say reports are exaggerated. Keep it in perspective.