The Anatomy of Fake News

The Anatomy of Fake News

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The Anatomy of Fake News

Can you trust everything you see online?

Why Do People Create Fake News?

How to Spot Fake News?

What is Fake News?

The Role of Social Media

How Can We Fight Fake News?

What is Fake News?

Fake news is false or misleading information that is spread on purpose or by mistake.

• Hoaxes (totally false stories).
• Clickbait (exaggerated headlines to make you click).
• Satire or Jokes (sometimes taken seriously).
• Misleading Content (true info used in a wrong way).

Spot the Fake!

📰 Headline 1: "Chocolate Can Cure the Common Cold!" 🍫

📰 Headline 2: "The Eiffel Tower Gets Shorter in Winter!" 🗼❄️

How to Spot the Fake Headline?

🔎 1. Does it sound too good (or too crazy) to be true? Chocolate curing colds? That sounds amazing—but suspicious! The Eiffel Tower shrinking? That sounds weird, but maybe possible. 🤔 🔎 2. Can you explain why it would be true? The cold is caused by a virus. Would chocolate really fight a virus? 🤨 Metal expands in heat and contracts in cold. Could that affect the Eiffel Tower? 🤔 🔎 3. Check if it’s common knowledge! Have you ever heard doctors say, "Eat chocolate to get better?" ❌ Have you ever noticed metal objects (like a fence) reacting to weather? ✅ 💡 Final Tip: If a news story sounds surprising, always double-check with a trusted source before believing or sharing it!

Why Do People Create Fake News?

• Money – Clickbait gets views, views = ads = money!

• Influence & Manipulation – Some people spread fake news to change opinions.

• For Fun – Some fake news starts as a joke but gets taken seriously.

The top countries identified for disseminating corporate fake news

How to Spot Fake News?

1. Check the Source – Is it a well-known website? 2. Look at the Date – Is it old news made to look new? 3. Check Other News Sites – Do other trusted sources say the same thing? 4. Watch for Emotional Language – Is it too shocking or too good to be true? 5. Reverse Image Search – Did they steal a photo from somewhere else?

Fake News Story Example"Scientists Have Found a New Planet Made Entirely of Chocolate!" 🍫🪐

The Role of Social Media

Fake news spreads fast because people share without checking. Algorithms show us what we like, not what’s true. Tip: Always pause before sharing! A few apps to check if the news are fake or not Snopes & FactCheck.org

How Can We Fight Fake News?

Think before you share! Be a fact-checker, not a rumor-spreader. Educate others – Teach friends & family how to check news.

Test Your Fake News Detective Skills! 🔍📰

Now that we've learned about fake news, it's time to put your skills to the test! Are you ready to spot the truth from the lies? Join our Kahoot quiz and see if you can outsmart fake news! Grab your devices and let’s play!

Stay Smart, Stay Informed! ✅📰 Great job, everyone! Now you know how to spot fake news and think critically before sharing information. Remember: Always check your sources, question shocking headlines, and help stop misinformation! Thank you for playing and learning with us!

China’s use of fake news is often aimed at controlling narratives, both within its own borders and globally.

Morocco Publishing or promoting information that may not be entirely factual, especially in sensitive areas like human rights and freedom of expression.

RussiaThey use fake websites, social media, and AI-generated content to spread misleading stories.