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Learning modules contain units that bundle lesson plans, activities, and support materials
Short, engaging videos cover themes such as ‘information pollution,’ verification, and journalism
Central activities help students build verification skills, understand the role of algorithms, and more
Current events packaged with activities and guiding questions for easy classroom use
‘Lateral reading’ is key to evaluating online information. This module teaches 3 core skills through short videos and engaging activities
How to make sure we have our facts straight about the new covid vaccines
Democracy works best when citizens are informed and engaged, but what happens when we don’t all see the same news? This interactive activity uses polarized newsfeeds to give students a first-hand look at how algorithms work, and the implications for democracy of being stuck in a filter bubble.
Only 1/3 of Canadians know algorithms determine what we see on social media
Source: Reuters Institute
