Fact or Fake: How to fight the information overload

Alexa Battler and Chris Garbutt tackle the pervasive issue of disinformation in the digital age. They are joined by media literacy experts Nina Verishagen and Diane Zerr from Saskatchewan Polytechnic, who share their insights and experiences in distinguishing between misinformation and disinformation. Nina and Diane discuss the importance of critical thinking, provide practical tools for identifying false information, and highlight real-world examples, from misleading TikTok videos about wildfires to conspiracy theories about government-started fires. Verify information, understand its context, and approach news with a skeptical mind. And go beyond the headlines! Most issues need more than a 10-word headline to explain fully. Read the whole article fully before sharing and seek reliable sources. Or don't share at all.