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Disinformation in the Digital Age – Video Series

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Welcome to Disinformation in the Digital Age – a short video series by the Commons library that breaks down how false and misleading content spreads online and what you can do about it.

Join us to explore the tactics used to twist the truth, and give you important tools to spot and stop disinformation in your feed.

Watch the short videos on the YouTube playlist or below. There is also a full video below for those who would like to watch all the lessons in one go.

While these videos are tailored for a younger audience, their insights and lessons are meant for all.

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Lesson 1: What is Disinformation?

Lesson 2: Why do People Spread Disinformation?

Lesson 3: What are the Tactics used to Spread Disinformation? Part 1

Lesson 4: What are the Tactics used to Spread Disinformation? Part 2

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Lesson 5: What are the Tactics used to Spread Disinformation? Part 3

Lesson 6: How do we Stop the Spread of Disinformation? Part 1

Lesson 7: How do we Stop the Spread of Disinformation? Part 2

Lesson 8: How do we Stop the Spread of Disinformation? Part 3

Lesson 9: How do we Stop the Spread of Disinformation? Part 4

Lesson 10: Final Tips!

Full Video

In a world flooded with disinformation, how can we separate fact from fiction?

This presentation from the Commons Social Change Library shares practical tips on how to spot disinformation and prevent its spread in your community. Learn key strategies to think critically, fact-check sources, and push back against false narratives online.

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