Sex, Lies, and Fake News: How to Use Media Wisely

Catalog description

A preponderance of fake news, propaganda, rumors, advertising and opinion that masquerade as news make it difficult to separate fact from fiction. The resulting confusion and distrust has potential to harm society and institutions. This survey course will help students recognize the differences between truth and rumor, news and advertising, fact and opinion, and bias and fairness. It will emphasize responsible and ethical decision-making in consuming media and in producing media.