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College Writing II

Why is This Issue Important?

What is fake news? It is not just any news that you don't agree with!  In the age of social media it is important to be able to identify satire, biased sites, propaganda, and the strange contrived sites that are supported by ad funded programs. You can find lists of fake news sites, but remember that new sites are always being created.  What is essential is for you to use your critical thinking skills to examine any source of information. Some tips on what to look for to find a credible source are listed on this page along with a list of factchecking sites to determine if a news source is giving false information.

Fact Checking Websites

Most of these sites have ads. Be aware as you use them that your attention is being exploited by advertisers. It is your choice whether you think the amount of advertising outweighs the usefulness of the information.