Classroom

Learn three ways video is manipulated to spread misinformation and how to fact-check videos before sharing

Learn how editorial choices about what goes in the camera frame influence our understanding of news and media

Learn why people believe in conspiracy theories and how to talk to family and friends about them

Learn how businesses that promote themselves as environmentally friendly may not be doing all they claim

Discuss best ways to identify manipulated media such as image and video content altered for political ads

Learn how screenshots can be manipulated and why manipulated screenshots often show up on social media

Examine current news stories and how they’re covered by the news media

Fake news is making news, and it's a problem. This lesson gives students media literacy skills they need to navigate the media, including how to spot fake news.

Learn how to look beyond images to understand context and avoid spreading misinformation

Learn to safely set up a social media account

Learn how to find credible sources to verify or refute claims students see on social media