Trusting Online Information

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What should you consider when reading information online?: Whether the source of the information is trustworthy
What is misinformation?: Wrong information spread by people who believe it's true
What is disinformation?: Wrong information spread by people who know it's not true
What does malinformation mean?: Information based on truth but exaggerated to cause harm
Why might you check a range of sources when evaluating information?: To find different perspectives and verify the accuracy
Why should you be cautious of sources that use overly emotive language?: They may be trying to elicit an emotional response rather than present facts
How can you evaluate the trustworthiness of a source?: Check if it is associated with a reputable organisation and consider their motive
What is a sign that a source might be biased?: If the source is known for supporting a particular viewpoint
Why is it important to avoid sharing information online without checking its accuracy?: It could spread misinformation or disinformation
What is one thing you can do to evaluate online information?: Check the information against other reliable sources

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