HOW TO SPOT FAKE NEWS!(MEDIA LITERACY) (Brief article)

Despite the increasing amount of false information online, there are ways to get to the truth and stop the spread of fake news. Here are a few tips.

Be skeptical. Just because you see an article online, don't assume it's factual, even if a friend shared it with you.

Verify. Make sure that what you're reading--and thinking of sharing--was published by a reputable source.

Look for other clues. Scrutinizing the sources cited in articles and even the ads on the page can reveal a hidden agenda...

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