NEWSpiracy Tutor Handbook EN

https://newspiracy.eu The project "NEWSpiracy" is co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union. The content of NEWSpiracy is the sole responsibility of the project partners and neither the European Commission nor the Spanish Service for the Internationalisation of Education (SEPIE) is responsible for any use that may be made of the information contained therein. Project Number: 2022-1-ES01-KA220-HED-000089608 spread of false or misleading information, which can have significant consequences for individuals, organizations, and society as a whole (Home, 2023). To combat the spread of fake news and misinformation, social media platforms have implemented various measures to flag and remove content that violates their community standards . For example, Facebook has partnered with fact-checking organizations to help identify false or misleading content, and Twitter has introduced warning labels to flag tweets that contain misinformation. Despite these efforts, it is still essential for users to be discerning when consuming news on social media. It is essential to verify the accuracy and reliability of the information being disseminated by checking multiple sources and consulting reputable news outlets. In conclusion, social media has transformed the way news is produced, disseminated, and consumed, offering both advantages and challenges. While social media can be a valuable source of news and information, users must exercise discernment and caution when consuming news on these platforms. Online news consumption versus Traditional news consumption Online news consumption has become increasingly popular in recent years, thanks to the internet and mobile devices. While traditional news consumption, such as reading newspapers or watching television news broadcasts, still exists, more and more people are tuning to online news sources as their primary way of staying informed. One of the main advantages of online news consumption is convenience. With the internet and mobile devices, you can access news from anywhere, at any time. This means you can stay up to date on the latest news even when you are on the go. In addition, online news sources often provide a wider range of perspectives on a given story as well as more in-depth coverages and analysis. In conclusion, online news consumption is often more up to date and can be accessed in real time. Social media platforms have made it easier for news outlets to disseminate breaking news quickly, enabling users to stay up to date with current events in real time. Online news consumption also offers greater variety and customization, allowing users to access news content that is tailored to their interests and preferences. However, there are some potential drawbacks to online news consumption. For one thing, there is often a lot of noise and misinformation on the internet, so it can be difficult to separate fact from fiction. In addition, online news sources may be biased or unreliable, so it is very important to be discerning about the sources you choose to trust. On the other hand, traditional news consumption still has some advantages. One of the advantages of traditional news consumption, such as reading newspapers or watching television news broadcasts, is that these sources are typically more rigorously fact-checked and edited than content on social media platforms (NewsGuard - Transparent Reliability Ratings for News and Information Sources, 2023). Traditional news resources also tend to have a longer history of credibility and trustworthiness, which can make them a more reliable source of news for some people. Furthermore, print newspapers can provide a more tactile, immersive reading experience, and television news broadcasts can provide a more engaging, visually stimulating way of staying informed. However, traditional news consumption also has its challenges. For example, traditional (written) news resources are often limited in their ability to cover breaking news events, as they are typically