How False News Can Spread?

B2- Upper intermediate

Fake news has become rampant not just in social media but in mass media as well. We may have unconsciously helped spread one fake news too. So what can we do to help stop it?

Let’s watch the video and find out.

 

Discussion Questions:

1. What is circular reporting?

2. Explain the phrase,”A lie can travel half way around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes.”

3. What online/mass media sources do you find reliable/credible?

 

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