Section 2 Flashcards
What does it mean to say that an information source is “biased toward the sensational”?
What does it mean to say that an information source is “biased toward a mainstream status quo ideology”?
When evaluating a news story, why might it be a good idea to “search on social media like Twitter or Facebook and look at which ‘bubbles’ this story is making the rounds in”?
Why is it good for a source to “consider counterarguments to their analysis”?
Why is it helpful to determine who funded a study or poll?
Why will you “never hear anyone on a credible news source say ‘you won’t hear this on any other news outlet’ or ‘you can’t trust other sources on this because we’re the only ones with the inside scoop’ or ‘everyone else has bought into the lie, but we’re here to give you the straight truth’”?
Why is it important to ask:
Is it current? Is it local?
What are others saying about it?
Is it plausible?
Is it convenient?
Is it a deepfake?
