Why do people become influencers?

RSHE (PSHE)

Fake news

Critical evaluation of the media

The impact of fake information

This unit develops critical evaluation skills for assessing online content. Pupils learn to identify misinformation, understand how fake news spreads, explore influencer culture and motivations, and recognise the real-world consequences of believing and sharing false information.

Media influence: How can I evaluate the truth online?

someone on social media who influences their followers' behaviour

Match the words to their correct definitions.

True or false? People become influencers for the same reasons.

__________ promote related content to people online.

True or false? Influencers can benefit financially from promotions on their social media.

People can be misled by content creators as they have built __________ with their audience.

the ways in which information or entertainment is consumed

a person who makes something to share online

an assumption that influences how you act

Match the words to their correct definition.

Everyone has a different {{}} for creating content.

True or false? Every content creator has good motivations for creating content.

If a content creator is promoting a service or product, their content may have ...

Which of the following are considered to be more trustworthy sources of news?

True or false? Smart people cannot be fooled by fake news.

Why do people become influencers?

Lesson outcome