The truth matters : a citizen's guide to separating facts from lies and stopping fake news in its tracks /

Title:

The truth matters : a citizen's guide to separating facts from lies and stopping fake news in its tracks /

Author:

Bartlett, Bruce R., 1951- author.

Format:

Book

Institution:

Emmanuel College

Contents:

Why the traditional media no longer serves our needs -- The difference between primary and secondary sources -- How to use links -- Confusing press conventions -- Journalistic techniques that may obfuscate rather than illuminate sources -- Trusting academic sources -- What your local library has to offer in terms of news -- Numbers must be put into context -- Beware of deceptive labeling -- The perils of polling -- Using Wikipedia -- The problem of fake news -- Designing your own newspaper -- Editorial opinions -- How to fight fake news.

Online access:

No online access

Library holdings:

Emmanuel Main Stacks
PN4815.2 .B37 2017 – Available

• Available Temporarily at Emmanuel Display
  On reserve for zLibrary - First Floor Book Displays (zLibrary Displays: zLibrary)