Fact Finder: An Introduction
Get a taste of Fact Finder, NewseumED's media literacy EDCollection that helps students find the information they need to avoid the fakes, hoaxes and misinformation clogging their news feeds. Register for a free account to get complete access!
Inside This EDCollection
Fact Finder is a mix-and-match media literacy toolbox of skill-building videos, graphics and activities.
Lesson Plans
Eleven lesson plans tackle how to navigate the information universe, search effectively, get beyond bias (your own and in the news), and report stories that matter to you.
Looking for additional support? Our lesson plans contain detailed instructions, discussion prompts, worksheets and answer keys take you from prep to assessment.
The eight core lesson plans include short explainer videos that bring the concepts and tipsheets to life.
Infographics
Eight printable infographics help students revisit, retain and apply the key media literacy concepts.
News or Noise? Media Map
Explore a collection of primary sources — a mix factual, credible flawed and faked reports — on six topics, ranging from the Pokémon Go craze to Hurricane Harvey to the Children’s Crusade.
Videos
Watch interviews with experts in journalism, technology and social media for deep dives into contemporary media literacy issues.
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