Understanding and Identifying Fake News

Taylor-Leigh·

Media Literacy

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Grade Level5th Grade

SubjectMedia Literacy

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5. At least one way that fake news can be identified. 8. At least one reason why news is ‘faked’. To recognise fake news and why it is made Teacher Input: Real vs fake headline. Guided Practice: Identify clues. Independent Practice: Circle unreliable phrases. Plenary: One reason news is faked. Fake news examples. Reduce overwhelm, positive reinforcement. Safer decision-making online. Expand on their knowledge and consolidate that not everything on the internet is real. Improve subjective and cri...

This lesson plan is designed for 5th-grade students to familiarize them with the concept of fake news and equip them with the skills to identify it. Students will learn to differentiate between reliable and unreliable headlines through engaging activities. They will analyze examples of news articles, utilizing a fake news detection checklist to spot clues indicating whether news might be false. The lesson includes a discussion on the reasons behind the creation of fake news and its implications, emphasizing the importance of recognizing misinformation in today's digital age. Students will complete guided practices, discussions, and an exit ticket to showcase their understanding.

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