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Event: Media Masterclass: Tools for Navigating Today’s Digital Age
Date: Tuesday, May 28th, 2024
Time: 7:00 – 8:00 PM ET
Location: Virtual via ZOOM

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About the Event:

On Tuesday, May 28th, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm ET, Peace Through Action USA hosted a no-cost free virtual learning event titled “Media Masterclass: Tools for Navigating Today’s Digital Age.” This event focused on media literacy and navigating the news in today’s complex information landscape. As we approached critical election seasons, it was essential to equip participants with the vital skills that contribute to a well-informed and unified society. This workshop provided participants with practical strategies to distinguish credible sources from misinformation, cultivate critical thinking, and engage in more informed discussions. Through interactive conversations, we provided actionable tools that empowered attendees to become more discerning consumers of news and media. This timely and important workshop helped attendees initiate more thoughtful political discourse. Together, we cultivated a more media-literate society, where individuals were equipped to identify fact from fiction and participate meaningfully in shaping our collective future.

Resources:

• Explore RAND Corporation’s database of web tools designed to combat online disinformation, providing resources to help users navigate today’s challenging information environment.
• Access the Poynter Institute’s article, “These 6 Tips Will Help You Spot Misinformation Online,” which offers practical advice for identifying false information.
• Review Princeton Public Library’s guide on misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation to understand the differences and learn strategies for critical evaluation of information.
• Implement the American Psychological Association’s 8 key recommendations for countering misinformation, including psychological strategies to build resilience against false information.
• Teach media literacy using the Center for Media Literacy’s “Five Key Questions That Form the Foundation of Media Inquiry,” to provide students with an essential framework for evaluating media content.

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