The problem with fake news

RSHE (PSHE)

Understanding what we see online

Understanding bias

Deciding what is real and what is fake

This unit gives pupils skills to understand elements of the online world such as advertising, misinformation and content creator motivations. Pupils learn to identify bias, recognise fake news, critically evaluate online information, report harmful content and make discerning online choices.

Media influence: What is fake news?

Which of these is a tactic for clickbait creators?

if there is a picture this means it must be real

we can check it using other trusted websites

videos can't be faked, so if we see a video we know it's true

How can we tell if something is real or fake?

a word or picture that takes you to a new place if you click it

a feeling that influences how you respond to a situation or person

something designed to sell something to you

It limits what we imagine we can achieve.

Starter Quiz

What is a link?