Powerpoint
assignment
By Joshua RosalesFuller
Date: 03/06/25
What is internet literacy?
● Internet literacy is the ability to use the internet to find evaluate,
and use information.
● Empowers individuals to navigate the online world effectively,
access information critically, communicate digitally, protect their
privacy, and participate actively in society.
● The quiz about internet literacy:
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Credible sources pt1.
● To check if the website or article reliable is check the author’s
credentials and expertise, verify the information is up to date, look
for citations to support claims, access the website’s overall
appearance and professionalism, and consider whether the source
is relevant and unbiased to your topic.
Credibles sources pt2.
● Trustworthy sites for credible sources include established news
organizations like The New York Times, BBC, Reuters, Peer-reviewed
academic journals, government websites, and reputable health
organizations like the Mayo Clinic; wile unreliable sites often include
personal blogs, social media post, conspiracy theory websites, sites
with anonymous authors, and news outlets with a history of
publishing inaccurate information.
Misinformation
● False or inaccurate information, especially that which is deliberately
intended to deceive.
● I have another photo.
● Examples of misinformation: Astroturfing, biased, clickbait, error,
native advertising,/sponsored content, propaganda, and satirical.
Fake news
● Fake news or information disorder is false or misleading information
claiming the aesthetics and legitimacy of news.
● Here is how to spot information I have a picture
● Examples of fake news: Putting a Viral Video Clip of Biden in Context:
A 10-second clip of Joe Biden showed him delivering a quote devoid of
the full context, which construed his meaning.
Fake Coronavirus Cures: A recipe circulating on social media claimed
that garlic cured coronavirus.
False Claim That Wisconsin Counted More Votes Than Registered Voter
s:
A social media rumor incorrectly compared the number of registered
voters in 2018 to the number of votes cast in 2020.
Digital citizenship & online privacy
● Use clear and concise language, be mindful of your tone, think before you post, respect others'
opinions and privacy, actively listen, acknowledge differences, and treat online interactions as
you would face-to-face conversations.
● Noticeable increases or decreases in device use, including texting, A child exhibits emotional
responses (laughter, anger, upset) to what is happening on their device, A child hides their
screen or device when others are near, and avoids discussion about what they are doing on
their device, Social media accounts are shut down or new ones appear, A child starts to avoid
social situations, even those that were enjoyed in the past, A child becomes withdrawn or
depressed, or loses interest in people and activities,
● create strong, unique passwords for each account, use two-factor authentication (2FA), avoid
sharing sensitive details on social media, be cautious of phishing attempts, use a VPN on
public Wi-Fi, regularly update your software, and only share information with trusted sources.
Conclusion & Key takeaways
● Internet literacy helps individuals navigate the online world, evaluate
information critically, protect their privacy, and participate in society
effectively.
● Internet literacy empowers individuals to effectively navigate the online
world, critically evaluate information, communicate digitally, protect
their privacy, and participate actively in society. It involves skills such as
assessing the credibility of sources, using respectful language online,
creating strong passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, avoiding
sharing sensitive information, being cautious of phishing attempts, and
using a VPN on public Wi-Fi. By incorporating these practices, individuals
can safely and effectively engage with the digital world.
Works cited
● Peer-reviewed academic journals, reputable news organizations like
The New York Times or The Washington Post, and government
websites like the US Census Bureau.
