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Toward an Abolitionist Model of Media Literacy

A project of the Abolition for All Time Humanities Lab

Fact or Fiction?

The following resources can help us figure out whether something is true or not. When we read or see things online, it can be hard to understand where the information is coming from. We consider many sources legitimate—those that rely on investigative journalism—and many source illegitimate—those that merely express someone’s belief or theory. Still, all sources are fallible. It’s necessary to verify, in as many places as possible, whether information is correct.

 

  • As you use these resources, ask yourself who gets to decide which sources are reliable?
  • How can we go about verifying information?
  • How can we tell the difference between a reliable explanation and a conspiracy theory?
  • What are some of the most common conspiracy theories? How can we keep them from spreading?

Spotting Fake News

Reliable Third Party Fact Check Sites