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Deconstructing Media Messages & Fake News Online

Dear Participant

The UWC Library cordially invites you to attend and participate in a Digital Literacies training opportunity on “Deconstructing Media Messages”.

Delivery Mode, Date and Time:

Online: Zoom Conference Call, https://uwc.zoom.us/j/99732182961

(The joining link will be sent to your email after completing registration below)

Wednesday, 07 June

13h00 - 14h00

Purpose:

Learn how to deconstruct the meaning of media messages, and how to spot and avoid fake news.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this training, you should be able to:

  • Understand the blur between facts and opinion in the media and how to tell the difference;
  • Recognise common types of persuasive language so you can look beyond the rhetoric and think for yourself;
  • Understand how echo chambers can create misinformation and distort perspectives;
  • Use safety tips to spot and avoid fake news.

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Register in advance: 

After registering below, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

In the case where dates are not suitable, presentations can be done by invitation to groups and individuals. For more information please contact the Digital Literacies Librarian at sjeffries@uwc.ac.za.

Bookmark our Monthly Training Calendar to keep an eye out for upcoming events: https://uwc-ac-za.libcal.com

Kind regards,
UWC Library Services

Date:
Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Time:
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Time Zone:
Central Africa Time (change)
Online:
This is an online event. Event URL will be sent via registration email.
Categories:
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Sylvester Jeffries

Please contact me on sjeffries@uwc.ac.za or book an appointment to consult with me.

 

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