Lesson Summary
Get ready to dive deep into the world of misinformation and disinformation. We’re not just going to define these terms. We’ll go beyond theory to explore why they’re used and how they affect us. We’re going to learn some practical tricks to keep our brains in top shape for the information adventure ahead.
We’ll touch on the importance of keeping your mind sharp. Whether it’s being physically active, listening to music, reading, or solving puzzles, the idea is to keep yourself active and engaged. Why? Because a sharp mind is better at navigating through the sea of information without getting fooled.
This course isn’t just about memorizing facts. It’s about developing the right mindset to evaluate information properly. We aim to become savvy thinkers who can sift through information and make sense of it. Putting in some effort is worth it to understand what’s going on around us.
At the end of this lesson, you’ll have the skills to detect misinformation, which will help you distinguish between truth and falsehood.
