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Grade 8 Social Studies: Civic Media & Information Integrity
1.
accuracy, honesty, and trustworthiness of information people use to decide
2.
checking whether a claim is supported by reliable evidence and sources
3.
false or misleading information, whether shared by mistake or on purpose
4.
people need trustworthy info to participate and hold leaders accountable
5.
Answers vary: find original source, check date, compare outlets, reverse-check claims
6.
go to the original document, data, or statement when possible
7.
sensational wording can distort emphasis or omit context
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opening new tabs to check what others say about a source/claim
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accuracy/honesty/trustworthiness of information
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checking claims with reliable evidence/sources
11.
false or misleading information
12.
citizens need trustworthy info to participate
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