How to Spot and Avoid Misinformation
Often the most viral and persuasive examples of misinformation or disinformation is based on some element of truth, or at least has some truthful facts and data points that support it. That’s what makes it believable – and especially problematic.
Misinformation is often neither 100% true nor 100% false, or it relies on narrow interpretations of what statements mean that others may define differently. Good examples that were (and still are) repeated widely are the claims that the 2020 election was stolen and the charge that Jan. 6 rioters beat a police officer to death with a fire extinguisher.
So as you watch for disinformation and fake news – deliberately deceptive content – be aware that you should also watch for misleading information (aka misinformation), which is often driven by media bias and political agendas.
Below are some tips. tools, and real-life examples to help you learn how to spot and avoid misinformation, disinformation and fake news.
https://www.allsides.com/misinformation/how-to-spot-misinformation
