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The News Literacy Project
@NewsLitProject
We advance the development and teaching of news literacy in K-12 education. #NewsLiteracy
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    The News Literacy Project
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    Apr 23, 2025
    A reminder of other platforms where you can find us: Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/newsli… FB: facebook.com/NewsLitProject/ IG: instagram.com/newslitproject LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/newsli… Threads: threads.net/@newslitproject TikTok: tiktok.com/@newslitproject YouTube: youtube.com/@newslitproject
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    The News Literacy Project
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    Apr 6, 2021
    1/ NO, CNN did not describe the alleged shooter in the March 22 mass shooting at a Boulder, CO, supermarket as “factually Arabic, but morally white.” (h/t @USATODAY fact-check). The doctored image came from The Babylon Bee, a conservative Christian “news” satire website.
    A screenshot of a social media post with an overlay of a big red X & "DOCTORED" to indicate it's misinformation. The screenshot is of a CNN newscast, with a splitscreen of two women. The post's text is "The new narrative" followed by a finger pointer down. Below the women is a doctored headline that reads: "INVESTIGATION: SHOOTER WAS FACTUALLY ARABIC, BUT MORALLY WHITE." A red highlighter circles around "BUT MORALLY WHITE."
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    The News Literacy Project
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    Mar 31, 2023
    We are not paying to keep our blue check mark, & it looks like many news orgs & journalists aren't planning to do so either. But let this also serve as a reminder: On any social platform, a ✔️ does NOT = an account's credibility. Verify before you share. #NewsLiteracy
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    Premium Business
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    Mar 23, 2023
    On April 1st, we will begin winding down our legacy verified program and removing legacy verified checkmarks. To keep your blue checkmark on Twitter, individuals can sign up for Twitter Blue here: x.com/i/twitter_blue… Organizations can sign up for x.com/i/en/verifiedo…
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    The News Literacy Project
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    Nov 3, 2022
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    Examples: ❌ NO: Thousands of soldiers are not patrolling Washington, D.C., in advance of the midterms. ❌ NO: The U.S. Postal Service cannot destroy mailed ballots with impunity. ❌ NO: Absentee ballots aren’t only counted in close races. #MidtermElections
    A collage shows social media posts containing various claims about the November 2022 midterm elections, such as dead voters turning out to vote, an Arizona race called days before the election, and soldiers summoned to Washington, D.C. The News Literacy Project has added a label that says, “MIDTERM MISINFORMATION.”
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    The News Literacy Project
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    Jun 14, 2021
    NEW resource created in collaboration with @Cindyotis_: Learn how to Google like a pro! Check out these 8️⃣ tips 👇🏾 ✨ Downloadable graphic —> bit.ly/google8tips #NewsLiteracy
    Graphic with transparent background and eight boxes surrounding the title and main text in the middle. Header in middle: Eight Tips to Header 2: Google Like a Pro Small text: The internet is inconceivably large. In fact, it’s essentially endless! Sometimes it’s easy to find the information you need, but often trying to find something specific can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack. These eight tips can help you improve your search results and zero in on what you’re looking for more quickly Footer text: The infographic was developed by the News Literacy Project and Cindy Otis, author of True or False: A CIA analyst’s guide to spotting fake news. 8 boxes surrounding the middle contain 8 specific Google tips.
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    The News Literacy Project
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    Jun 9, 2021
    “I have a lot of faith in this next generation that they want to be engaged, they want the real information, but they need the tools to do it.” — NLP Journalist of the Year @AlisynCamerota Read her story: bit.ly/camerotanlp #ChangeMakersNLP
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    The News Literacy Project
    @NewsLitProject
    Jan 4, 2022
    - What is #misinformation vs. #disinformation? - How do we classify the types of misinfo? - Why do people share misinfo? - What are 🚩s to look out for? - AND ... what are your best defenses against misinfo? All that in 1 infographic ⤵️ Download: bit.ly/NLPmisinfo
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    The News Literacy Project
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    Feb 17, 2021
    So, there's A LOT of breaking news today. Remember: 1️⃣ It takes time for reporters to gather info, confirm it & then report it. 2️⃣ Bad actors try to spread disinformation preying on people's emotions. 3️⃣ It's better not to share something if you're unsure. #NewsLiteracy
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    The News Literacy Project
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    Jan 6, 2021
    The incredible costs of #Misinformation can't be quantified. But on days like today, they're more clear to anyone following the news cycle. The work must never stop. Teaching #NewsLiteracy, especially to impressionable younger generations, is a must.
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    The News Literacy Project
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    Nov 20, 2020
    Great Q, @steak_umm! At NLP, we are offering resources for anyone — not just students — to learn how to: 1. Consume only credible information. 2. Avoid spreading/amplifying misinformation. 3. Talk to those who have fallen for falsehoods. Get started:
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    Steak-umm
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    Nov 20, 2020
    people are diverging into isolated realities more every day filled with different information, sources, facts, and communities. if you’re someone with the energy and resources, what are you doing to counter this problem? how are you playing your little part to help in the chaos?
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    The News Literacy Project
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    Dec 13, 2023
    🚨 Breaking news: We have a NEW infographic about ... breaking news! When information is scarce & falsehoods are rampant, what can you do to stay informed during a developing story? Check out our 6-part checklist & download the infographic 👉🏾 bit.ly/BreakingNewsNLP
    Text-heavy and colorful infographic titled the BREAKING NEWS CHECKLIST with 6 tips on "What to do when information is scarce, falsehoods are rampant and the story is still unfolding" 1 Mind the gap: Keep in mind that there’s often a gap between what the public wants to know and the verified information available. Unconfirmed or completely bogus content often rushes in to fill that gap. 2 Beware bad actors: Remember that bad actors often capitalize on breaking news situations to spread falsehoods for easy likes and shares. 3 Do a quick search: This is often your best defense against misinformation. 4 Look for evidence: Claims that make bold assertions but provide no links or other evidence should always be approached with caution. 5 Seek credible sources: Be intentional about looking for credible news and not relying on social media algorithms to bring you updates. 6 Practice patience: Quality journalism and verification take time. Be ready to follow news developments over time.
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    The News Literacy Project
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    Feb 24, 2022
    Unsure of a source's credibility? 1 - Don't initially re-share their post. 2 - Use our infographic (developed with @smartnews) to vet them. #NewsLiteracy #Ukraine
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    The News Literacy Project
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    Sep 2, 2021
    "Make this go viral" "The media won't report this" "Let that sink in" "There are no coincidences" "Do your own research" These are just 5️⃣ red-flag phrases to watch out for that trigger cognitive biases & conspiratorial thinking (h/t @MrSilva). #NewsLiteracy
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    The News Literacy Project
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    Nov 4, 2022
    Nobody wants to be duped by misinformation. As you prepare to vote in the midterms, check out videos from election experts including @TamoaC, @atibaellis & others. We also have shareable PSAs & resources on how & where to cast your ballot: bit.ly/Election2022nlp #Election2022
    Graphic with image of people at voting booths overlaying a map of the U.S. Header text next to checkmark: Be INFORMED, Not MISLED