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A photo of a person wrapped in a white sheet recently went viral with captions implying that the Palestinian people are exaggerating death and devastation in Gaza. Some versions of the image shared conspiracy theories and claimed there are “crisis actors.” In this episode of Is This Legit?, Teen fact-checker Isaac explains the harm of conspiracy theories and finds the context of the original photo using a reverse image search.

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🕵️‍♀️ It's time to release your inner Sherlock! Teen fact-checker Story shows us how to "search like a pro" in the latest episode of How2Internet, navigating the world of safe online searches, advanced tools, digital cookies and algorithms.

🍪 Don't forget to check out the FREE lesson plan for this video from PBS NewsHour Classroom. Link in bio.

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💥 The internet is a BIG place – but it doesn’t have to be scary. Like any adventure, we have to make sure we’re all prepped and ready to explore before moving into unknown territory. That’s why we’ve created this video series, How2Internet, brought to you by MediaWise and PBS NewsHour Student Reporting Labs, to help you learn the skills that will guide you on your journey to becoming a good digital citizen.

🧑‍💻 Each video — hosted by students from the MediaWise Teen Fact-Checking Network — will be paired with a lesson plan for 6th-12th graders about how teachers can use the videos, activities and handouts.

🔎 Our videos focus on internet search and safety skills, including How2: make a social media account, search like a pro, avoid scams, and more!

👀 Our debut episode covers setting up email and social media securely, along with helpful privacy tips.

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1 year ago | [YT] | 0

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If you’ve spent more than a few minutes on the internet, you understand the feeling (pain) of being inundated with a lifetime’s worth of information in a matter of seconds — not all factual or dependable. That’s where click restraint comes in. 💡

Swipe through to learn how to use this key media literacy technique, and check out our link in bio for an even deeper dive.

#medialiteracy #checkyourfacts #clickrestraint #literacy

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While many people mourned the deaths of Betty White and Bob Saget, others online spread false claims that their deaths were caused by the COVID vaccines.

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#IsThisLegit is BACK! 🎉 Season ✌🏿 of your favorite fact-checking series is here. We're kicking off with a video fact-checking a claim about COVID-19 and police deaths.

Before you watch, comment and let us know whether you think this claim is legit!
#medialiteracy #factcheck #misinformation

3 years ago | [YT] | 3

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Ever wanted to attend a MediaWise Campus Correspondents training? Here's your chance! We produced a video covering the main points we tackle in each of our virtual and in-person workshops.

Catch it when it premieres tomorrow at 10 am EST! #medialiteracy #misinformation #factchecking

3 years ago | [YT] | 1

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NEW VIDEO! Check out our latest video to watch our multimedia reporter try to recreate a makeup look while she shares some media literacy tips!

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4 years ago | [YT] | 1

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Was the COVID-19 pandemic predicted back in the 50's? We fact-checked this video that suggests we should have seen this all coming. You'll be surprised at what we found. Check back tomorrow for a new fact-check!

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