Truth_vs_Misinformation_Presentation.pptx

Truth_vs_Misinformation_Presentation.pptx

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  In a WorldFull of Information Overload How to Separate Truth from Misinformation on Social Media
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  The Information OverloadCrisis • Billions of posts, stories, articles daily • Easy to get overwhelmed • Everyone is a “publisher” now • Not all voices are informed or honest
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  The Rise ofMisinformation • Fake news spreads 6x faster than truth (MIT study) • Social media prioritizes engagement over truth • Deepfakes, fake experts, AI-generated content • Examples: Health myths, political fake news, scams
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  Why It Matters •Influences opinions, votes, health decisions • Creates fear, panic, or false hope • Affects elections, vaccines, public opinion • Misinformation = Mental & societal pollution
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  Spotting the RedFlags • Sensational headlines • Emotionally charged posts (fear, anger, awe) • Poor spelling/grammar, no sources • "Too good or bad to be true" stories
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  Trusted vs. UntrustedSources • Trusted: BBC, Reuters, WHO, verified experts • Untrusted: Random WhatsApp forwards, meme pages, anonymous accounts
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  Tools to FightMisinformation • Fact-checking: Snopes, FactCheck.org, Google Fact Check Explorer • Reverse Image Search for detecting fake/old images • Cross-checking info across multiple platforms
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  Critical Thinking Checklist •Who is sharing this? • Why are they sharing it? • What proof is there? • Are other sources saying the same? • Could this harm someone if it's false?
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  Social Media Tips •Pause and verify before sharing • Follow experts, not just influencers • Use mute/unfollow/report features • Value quality over quantity in your feed
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  Be Media Literate •Understand algorithm manipulation • Learn about confirmation bias • Take courses on digital literacy • Be a responsible content sharer
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  Conclusion • "In theage of information, the greatest skill is discernment." • Truth exists—but you have to look for it • Be informed. Be responsible. Be smart.
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  Q&A / Discussion •Any questions? • Have you ever fallen for fake news? • How do you verify info before sharing?