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Join the Hunter Library News Challenge!

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In the midst of a global pandemic, we are also experiencing an “infodemic” of hoaxes, conspiracy theories, and misinformation. According to Pew Research Center, “those who rely on social media for news are less likely to get the facts right about the coronavirus and politics and more likely to hear… Read more »

How to Spot Fake News–Before You Retweet It!

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The intent of a fake news site may be to entertain or amuse (e.g., The Onion) or may be designed to mislead, anger, or otherwise elicit emotion from a reader. Fake News is not new, but has been a popular topic of discussion because it is so tempting to post or retweet… Read more »

Starting February 1, A New Web Series: The Hunter Library News Challenge

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A common question librarians are getting lately: what are the best, most reliable news sources? The majority of American adults get news from social media, according to Pew Research. Though social media provides a convenient way to share and access information, people tend to post news articles that confirm their existing biases or… Read more »