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While the amount of fake news these days seems to continue to grow, some may find it harder and harder to decipher what is true and what is not. This guide is intended to provide you with resources you can use to help you evaluate sources, whether its potential fake news or a source for a research paper. To suggest resources please contact Libraries@sl.on.ca.
Keeping Up With . . . Misinformation and News Literacy
- Misinformation and News Literacy written by Melissa LaidmanIt is difficult to go any amount of time without seeing inaccurate information shared online, and at times even in the news media. It is even more difficult to go without hearing the words “fake news”. As librarians, and information professionals, we are often called to find accurate and credible information, as well as teach our students how to identify accurate information online.
The Learning Portal - How to Research
Check out The Learning Portal for more information regarding research and fake news:
- Fake NewsHere, you will learn what constitutes as fake news and what doesn't, as well as other information about the controversial term.
- Evaluate your ResourcesGet a better understanding of how to evaluate information for quality as not all online information is credible, reliable, or even appropriate.
