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Detecting fake news: Here's how to help kids navigate misinformation online

Being able to identify the trustworthiness of information is an important concern for everyone

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Misinformation, fake news and rumours are all on the rise around implementation of GST, even as the countdown clock to the deadline ticks away.

Joanne Orlando | The Conversation

Young people get a huge amount of their news from social media feeds, where false, exaggerated or sponsored content is often prevalent. With the right tools, caregivers can give kids the knowledge they need to assess credible information for themselves.

Being able to identify the trustworthiness of information is an important concern for everyone. Yet the sheer volume of material online and the speed at which it travels has made this an increasingly challenging task. Platforms like Twitter and Facebook provide a loudspeaker to anyone who can attract followers, no matter what their message or content.

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