IREX in the Baltics has recently published their new online course on media literacy Very Verified. This course is designed to help participants evaluate the information flows in their daily life and equip them with skills they can use to recognise disinformation and propaganda. Participants are invited to fact-check, unmask bots and trolls, and discern quality journalism from sensationalism and manipulation by following one of three tracks namely, “Espresso” (up to 5 minutes) that provides concise reads and informative visuals, “Cappuccino” (up to 15 minutes) includes detailed videos and articles go well with medium coffee, and “Latte” (15 minutes or more) In-depth longreads, and interviews. Learn more about the course here.
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