taken in Poland on June 13, 2020. European Commission officials said that Facebook, Twitter and Google should provide monthly fake news reports to prevent fake news about coronavirus pandemic. by the World Economic Forum.
Van der Linden also highlights the need for addressing conspiracy theories with specificity. Using the CONSPIRE framework, students can learn to deconstruct conspiratorial thinking by identifying patterns such as incoherence and immunity to evidence. “Once you see the trick, you’re less likely to fall for it in the future,” he explains.As digital consumption grows, media literacy has become a cornerstone of education systems worldwide.
Ikeda also stresses the need to balance realism with optimism. “Educators must ensure that students are informed without becoming despondent about the challenges of misinformation,” she notes, emphasizing the importance of fostering both awareness and proactive problem-solving skills.The fight against misinformation demands a multifaceted approach that combines AI technology, psychological resilience, and media literacy.
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