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Fact-Checking & Evaluating Information

Student's Guide to Navigating the Digital Age

Why Fact-Checking Matters

Why Fact-Checking Matters

In today's digital world, we're exposed to more information than ever before—through social media, news sites, blogs, and videos. But not all information is accurate, reliable, or trustworthy. 

As we incorporate skills for prompting and manipulating generative AI tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity and more) editing, proofreading, and fact-checking information is elevated to an essential task. 

Fact-checking is essential for:

✓ Making informed decisions in your personal and academic life
✓ Avoiding the spread of misinformation and disinformation
✓ Developing critical thinking skills that employers value
✓ Producing high-quality research papers and projects
✓ Being a responsible digital citizen

The good news? You don't need to be an expert to verify information. With a few simple strategies, you can become a savvy information consumer and fact-checker.

Reflection

Remember: Fact-checking isn't about being cynical—it's about being informed.

The more you practice these skills, the faster and easier they become.