Source: https://www.ifla.org/publications/node/11174
Source: https://guides.library.harvard.edu/fake
In addition to the methods highlighted on this page, here are some other things to look for to spot fake news:
If you’re not sure it’s true, then don’t like, share, or comment!
It is easy to do a couple of quick checks to identify fake or real news. But when in doubt, ask the experts – like libraries! Libraries are a trusted source of information. In fact, a Pew Research Center survey listed libraries as the most trusted source of information.
Utilizing things like library resources and databases is a great way of finding credible sources and information, and not to mention avoiding the possibility of running into fake news. Click here to explore the reliable online library resources available through the North Dakota State Library. Or, consult the databases available through a local library.
Also, be wary of advertisements that look like real stories, even on trustworthy websites.
Look for labels like these next to the stories:
Example:
Many of these resources and programs are funded under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
