“Smart Tips for Navigating Misinformation in the Digital Age” is a concise yet comprehensive course designed to equip learners with the essential skills to combat digital misinformation and disinformation. This course serves as a refresher, drawing on key lessons from previous courses to ensure learners retain and apply critical knowledge.
Through bite-sized lessons, you’ll explore the differences between misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation, along with strategies to recognize and counteract their effects. Learn how cognitive biases influence decision-making and discover practical ways to avoid their pitfalls. Gain insight into the IFLA methodology for spotting fake news, identifying fake accounts, and understanding the psychological and technical tactics behind disinformation.
With practical tips on blocking and reporting suspicious content, this course empowers you to navigate online spaces responsibly and safeguard yourself and others from digital risks. Whether you’re revisiting previous learnings or looking to solidify your understanding, these lessons provide a handy toolkit for maintaining digital resilience.