News Literacy

Today's media landscape has made analytical thinking skills more important than ever. From the moment we wake up in the morning until we go to sleep each night, we are bombarded with content from media outlets of all kinds. These information sources include alternative news platforms, citizen journalists, and traditional news sites that must find a profitable space in the digital age. This essential series explains how and why young readers must approach all online and print content...
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Today's media landscape has made analytical thinking skills more important than ever. From the moment we wake up in the morning until we go to sleep each night, we are bombarded with content from media outlets of all kinds. These information sources include alternative news platforms, citizen journalists, and traditional news sites that must find a profitable space in the digital age. This essential series explains how and why young readers must approach all online and print content with a critical eye. Each book hones critical thinking skills and presents solutions to the problems we face in the internet age, empowering readers to separate fact from fiction in their digital feed. Features include: Case studies that show the real-world impact of disinformation. Explanations of fact-checking and verification processes. Strategies for approaching the news and online content like a seasoned reader. Provides explanations of how various media shape public opinion.