Course description
The Story of Fake News
Fake news is a real problem. From allegations of election fraud to Pizzagate, fake news saturates our newsfeeds-- and our national discourse. Some say it has compromised the authority of journalism, others say writing fake news stories has brought them a fistful of money. What do we make of this phenomenon? Why is fake news so prevalent these days? And how should we respond?
In this 2-week course, we’ll pose these questions (and more) to scholars, working journalists, and media pundits in order to get a hold on this complicated issue. Join a vibrant community of critical thinkers who are interested in exploring these questions together. Share your experience and see how it compares to others around the world.
This course is part of a broader series from Davidson College, called Davidson Now. We seek to explore critical issues and engage in honest and courageous conversations.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
Prerequisites:
None
Outcome / Qualification etc.
What you'll learn
- What qualifies as ‘fake news’
- Who writes fake news and why do they do it
- How to tell news from fake news
- What’s at stake for the future of journalism
- What the media industry looks like today
Course delivery details
This course is offered through Davidson College, a partner institute of EdX.
1 hours per week
Expenses
- Verified Track -$29
- Audit Track - Free