Books with title Information Literacy and Fake News

In this age of fast-paced social media, news and views are shared throughout the world in seconds. This timely title critically examines the elements of journalism, truth and perspective, sources of news, as well as bias and objectivity to help readers make informed choices about the accuracy of news and information. Readers will gain an understanding of what journalism is and how the medium can shape the message being presented.

In this age of fast-paced social media, news and views are shared throughout the world in seconds. This timely title critically examines the elements of journalism, truth and perspective, sources of news, as well as bias and objectivity to help readers make informed choices about the accuracy of news and information. Readers will gain an understanding of what journalism is and how the medium can shape the message being presented.

Today’s ever-advancing digital world offers amazing new possibilities: smart machines, virtual reality, new tools for conducting research and disseminating information, and streaming music and video available on-demand. These titles reflect the thrilling possibilities—and occasional perils—of the real-life impacts that online activity can create. Readers will discover how to navigate and thrive in this brave new world, while avoiding some common dangers and pitfalls. Being able to comprehend and master these technological tools early on will give readers a clear advantage.•Correlates with current pedagogy trends to incorporate technology in the learning and literacy process •Debunks myths about each technology•Encourages students to investigate more by asking questions of experts in the field

The remaining boundaries between cyberspace and physical space are being broken down as people can not only take online courses and use digital currency, but also access the Internet through wearable devices and create products using 3D-printing technology. These titles reflect the thrilling possibilities—and occasional perils—of the real-life impacts that online activity can create. Readers will discover how to navigate this brave new world and thrive in it, while avoiding some common dangers and pitfalls. Being able to comprehend and master these technological tools will give readers a clear advantage in the ever-advancing digital world. • Up-to-date topic coverage helps students become college prepared and career ready • Domain-specific vocabulary words are used in context to help students understand their meaning and accelerate comprehension • Online safety and responsibility are emphasized • Correlates with current pedagogy trends to incorporate technology in the learning and literacy process • Encourages students to investigate more by asking questions of experts in the field

Today’s ever-advancing digital world offers amazing new possibilities: smart machines, virtual reality, new tools for conducting research and disseminating information, and streaming music and video available on-demand. These titles reflect the thrilling possibilities—and occasional perils—of the real-life impacts that online activity can create. Readers will discover how to navigate and thrive in this brave new world, while avoiding some common dangers and pitfalls. Being able to comprehend and master these technological tools early on will give readers a clear advantage.•Correlates with current pedagogy trends to incorporate technology in the learning and literacy process •Debunks myths about each technology•Encourages students to investigate more by asking questions of experts in the field

The remaining boundaries between cyberspace and physical space are being broken down as people can not only take online courses and use digital currency, but also access the Internet through wearable devices and create products using 3D-printing technology. These titles reflect the thrilling possibilities—and occasional perils—of the real-life impacts that online activity can create. Readers will discover how to navigate this brave new world and thrive in it, while avoiding some common dangers and pitfalls. Being able to comprehend and master these technological tools will give readers a clear advantage in the ever-advancing digital world. • Up-to-date topic coverage helps students become college prepared and career ready • Domain-specific vocabulary words are used in context to help students understand their meaning and accelerate comprehension • Online safety and responsibility are emphasized • Correlates with current pedagogy trends to incorporate technology in the learning and literacy process • Encourages students to investigate more by asking questions of experts in the field