Communications of the ACM
Tool Makes Students Better at Detecting Fake Imagery, Videos
Researchers at Sweden's Uppsala University have devised a digital self-test that trains users to assess news items, images, and videos posted on social media for credibility.
Credit: Thomas Nygren
Researchers at Sweden's Uppsala University have devised a digital self-test that trains users to assess news items, images, and videos posted on social media for credibility.
Uppsala's Thomas Nygren said, "The aim is for the students to get better at uncovering what isn't true, but also improve their understanding of what may be true even if it seems unlikely at first."
The News Evaluator is organized so students can use it online on their own, displaying news items in a social-media format, with pictures or videos.
Learners also are encouraged to double-check the news to confirm the stories' authenticity, then receive feedback on their performance.
A scientific review of the News Evaluator verified the tool improved students' ability to apply critical thinking to digital sources; those who had received guidance and feedback had significantly better results compared to similar initiatives.
From Uppsala University (Sweden)
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