Matt Upson
Matt Upson
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Research & Learning Engagement Librarian
306 Edmon Low Library
Stillwater, OK 74078
matthew.upson@okstate.edu
Research & Learning Engagement Librarian
306 Edmon Low Library
Stillwater, OK 74078
matthew.upson@okstate.edu
405-744-9755
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Fact-Checking - Video
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Web Literacy for Student Fact-CheckersThe above video draws heavily from Mike Caulfield's excellent open online textbook. Take a look for more details and tips on how to be a proficient fact-checker.
Fact-Checking - Questions
- When you see posts or news that make you feel angry or upset, what are some ways to step back and think critically about them?
- Should everyone be able to fact-check information online, or should we rely only on experts? What are the pros and cons of each approach?
- Should social media companies like Instagram and TikTok take down false information? How can they do this while still letting people express their opinions freely?
- As false information becomes harder to spot (like with AI-generated content), how can we adapt our fact-checking techniques to keep up?
- What role should government agencies play in supporting or regulating fact-checking initiatives?
- How do companies' business goals and their algorithms (like Google's search results or TikTok's 'For You' feed) affect what information we see online?