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How Can Games Enhance News Literacy?
Scott Hanson | Jan 28, 2021
Determining what is fact and fiction when it comes to news has become more and more difficult. The term “mainstream media” is an oxymoron that has glorified platforms such as FOX News, CNN, MSNBC and now Parlor, that epitomize slanted coverage and opinionated information. It’s not a game. It’s a real-life quandary for many to […]
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What is “News Literacy” in This Age of “Fake News?
Scott Hanson | May 29, 2018
Learn about how the News Literacy Project is working to help people sort fact from fiction and make their own decisions when it comes to the news.
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You Must Be a Smart Consumer of News
Abbie Fink | Jan 27, 2023
As a consumer of news, it is your responsibility to be mindful about the news you consume. Discover how to be a smart consumer of news with these recommendations from Abbie Fink. Read more!
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Is It Okay To Be Skeptical When Consuming The News?
Abbie Fink | July 21, 2021
In this week's episode of #CSOM, Ilana Lowery, Arizona Director for Common Sense Media joins Abbie Fink and Dr. Adrian McIntyre to talk about news literacy. Listen now!
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Why it is Important to be News Literate
Abbie Fink | July 7, 2021
Becoming news literate in today's media landscape is critical. Discover how to distinguish between real and fake news with Abbie Fink.
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Are you being fed fake news during the coronavirus crisis?
Marissa Baker | Apr 8, 2020
A recent study from the Washington Post reveals that more and more people are believing fake news. Do you know how to spot fake news? Check out these tips to help you determine what is fake news and what is credible.
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Trusted News Sources
Scott Hanson | Nov 15, 2018
The differences between news and opinion have been blurred for some time now. It’s imperative for astute citizens to realize the difference. News literacy is more important now than ever before. Watching and getting “news” from organizations with an overt political bent will taint the news/opinion lines. A recent survey from The Hollywood Reporter and […]
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Get Smart About News
Scott Hanson | June 5, 2018
Today is the News Literacy Project's "Day of Action", #PartnersInFact. This blog post gives seven simple steps to sort fact from fiction.
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Americans Don’t Trust the Media
Abbie Fink | Oct 27, 2022
Findings from a recent Gallup poll have revealed that Americans' trust in the media is near record low. Abbie Fink discusses why this is troublesome and shares the first step to re-establishing trust in this blog post. Read more!
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What’s Been Popular on the Blog This Year?
Abbie Fink | Dec 24, 2021
From PR to marketing to pop culture, we covered it all on the blog this year. Discover our top 21 blog posts of 2021 with Abbie Fink.
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Is Reputation a Side Effect of PR?
Marissa Baker | July 8, 2021
In a successful campaign, PR pros act as the messenger by listening to the brand, crafting newsworthy content and sharing it with the right audience. This strategic communication builds a stronger bond between the brand and its stakeholders. Many may wrongfully reduce this down to damage control or story spinning when in actuality, reputation management is one of the pillars of PR. Hear more from Marissa Baker.
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The reason advertisers are holding Facebook accountable
Marissa Baker | Aug 12, 2020
During July, more than 1,000 brands including Coca-Cola, Walgreens and Disney decided to halt advertising on Facebook to #StopHateForProfit. Click to read more about the impact this has on advertising.
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