Farmer, Lesley S. J.
Fake News in Context
- ISBN 13:
- 9780367416805
- author:
- Farmer, Lesley S. J.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 164
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.5 x 2 centimeters (0.4
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Language Arts, Journalism,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Fake News in Context provides a comprehensive understanding of fake news and its role in modern communication. By examining the historical and international context of fake news, this book equips readers with the skills to detect misinformation and engage in effective civic education.
The book explores the complete communication cycle of fake news, from creation to dissemination and access, as well as the psychological reasons why people believe it. It also introduces generic methods for identifying fake news and explains the use of fact-checking tools and automated algorithms.
With a focus on empowering individuals and groups to respond to and counter fake news, this book concludes by providing strategies for instruction and collaboration with librarians. Featuring international examples, Fake News in Context is an essential resource for teaching faculty, students of library and information science, communication studies, media studies, politics, and journalism.
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