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Fact-Checking
February 13, 2020
If the 2016 election was any indication, professional journalists need to do better when it comes to reporting the news. Readers are the first line of defense against the dissemination of bogus reports. So, how do you spot a fake? Context is key.
Fake: Searching for Truth in the Age of Misinformation
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Fake: Searching for Truth in the Age of Misinformation
July 1, 2020
Learn to identify fake news and evaluate the biases of legitimate news sources.
Clips & Previews
Smoke and Mirrors
February 13, 2020
Attempts to influence U.S. election results through misinformation are explored.
The Enemy Within
February 13, 2020
What if there were right answers to many of the world’s most pressing disputes?
Fake News, Real Money
February 13, 2020
What is the role of consumers and advertisers in the complex ecosystem of news?
Human vs. Machine
February 13, 2020
AI, big data, and machine learning may be used to help stop fake news in the future.
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