Digital Smarts - Watching Out for Misinformation

While platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram are great for sharing breaking news between peers, it is important to remember that what is posted on these sites is not always accurate. Millions of tweets went out after the recent Paris attacks but unfortunately the content of many was misleading or completely false. When using social media to follow a breaking news event, be vigilant and pay attention to who is providing the information. Looking for examples to discuss with your kids? Take a look at this article that debunks many of the “facts” circulated after Paris.