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We can all save lives when it comes to suicide, and journalism can be especially influential in its prevention. Join us for a presentation to better understand suicide, what the research tells us, and best practices for reporting on suicide. Learn how ethical reporting can be a protective factor against suicide for those at risk! https://lnkd.in/eAQdGvMG

Here’s what to know about those election-related texts you keep getting

Thanks to the internet, no generation has ever had such a significant amount of information readily available to them. I belive a much more valuable skill nowadays is to be able to filter the information for reliable, relevant information...

Election season is on. Time for logical fallacies and manipulation. Like the straw man argument. ? The 19th book in the series helps arm against attempts at manipulation. Logical fallacies are usually either the product of flawed thinking or attempts at manipulation. You can find an example of the straw man fallacy in the video. ? Others include false dilemma, hasty generalization, slippery slope, etc. Political election season is probably the best time to hunt for logical fallacies. Let’s see how many you can find. ?? ? The book also helps you communicate persuasively (and hopefully in an ethical way). Being persuasive is an asset in your professional and personal life. In the video, I mention a few tools you can use to persuade on an emotional level. ? Jay Heinrichs: Thank You for Arguing – Episode 19 of 24 Books (Not Only) For Public Speakers. ? ? Watch the video, read the book, and persuade ethically!

Training and education is key to help society as a whole to build resilience and defend themselves from malicious threats…Many people just accept the narratives without fact checking whether due to pure ignorance or due to their own personal interests.

An information diet’s role in shaping public opinion is highly underrated. Even more important then to address misinformation and information quality on all media. This should be a bipartisan issue. An informed public is critical to crafting sensible policy in a democracy. https://lnkd.in/eMsX29cU

In an election year, you are asked to educate yourself on the candidates and issues. What happens when you are not sure how true a story is? Rampant misinformation & disinformation online in social media, stories, and images can add confusion to any topic and foment chaos. PEN America has created a Media Literacy Toolkit that can help you identify #misinformation and #disinformation to help you prevent the spread of false and misleading information you see online. Here are five quick tips to help you verify information before you share it.

?? Can you spot decontextualisation online? If you know exactly what to look for, you can build resilience against online misinformation and help stop its spread. Watch for the signs of decontextualisation and learn more about tackling online misinformation: g.co/jigsaw/eu-prebunking

In a world flooded with information, how do you separate fact from fiction? Misinformation is everywhere, and it’s more important than ever to stay vigilant online. This quick explainer dives into: - What misinformation really is - How to spot fake news and misleading content - Tips for protecting yourself from online deception Don’t let misinformation steer your thoughts. Equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate the digital landscape safely! Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eTfyyP6t #Misinformation #FakeNews #DigitalSafety #StayInformed #OnlineAwareness