About this module
The aim of the module is to impact basic knowledge and problem awareness in the subject area of fake news and 5g technology. In addition to the general introduction, the case studies and examples will enhance their understanding and help to encourage critical thinking and discussion. The case studies include knowledge of historical events as well as deeper understanding of the impact of fake news on real-life scenarios. The last chapter of the module will be an introduction to the next module as it discusses the practicalities that lead to mis- and disinformation on a journalistic level and the appropriate measures that need to be taken in order to minimise this effect.
The module can be adapted easily by leaving out parts of chapters and/or activities. Also, there is the possibility to divide the module in sections, although not recommended as the inputs and activities build upon each other.
After finishing this module, students of teacher education will be able to:
- understand the terms of mis/disinformation and their differences;
- understand what fake news is, how and why it happens;
- reflect on the role of the social media in the spread of fake news;
- develop a problem awareness for the fake news, the intentions and the risks;
- recognise typical features and functions of different fake news though the years;
- analyse pieces of information found online in terms of ethical standards;
- draw connections between media ethics and science.
After finishing this module, students of teacher education will be able to:
- identify similarities and differences between new information and what is already known (DigiComp p. 37);
- distinguish between statements of fact and statements of opinion (DigiComp p. 37);
- identify any discrepancies or inconsistencies or divergences in materials being analysed (DigiComp p. 21);
- use more than one source of information before making a decision (DigiComp p.37).
- identify similarities and differences between new information and what is already known (CDC p. 37);
- distinguish between statements of fact and statements of opinion (CDC p. 37);
- identify any discrepancies or inconsistencies or divergences in materials being analysed (CDC p. 21);
- use more than one source of information before making a decision (CDC p.37).
- describe the diverse ways in which citizens can influence policy (CDC p. 23);
- identify any discrepancies or inconsistencies or divergences in materials being analysed (CDC p. 19);
- examine both short-term and long-term perspectives (CDC p. 37);
- Ability and openness in critical thinking and discussion
- Any experience and knowledge of the principles of fake news is an advantage
- Prior knowledge of the lecturers/teachers: For some parts of the module some of prior knowledge of the lecturers might be needed. Therefor literature and links/resources that can be consulted in order to be prepared as a teacher can be found in the “self study material” in the table, accompanying each lesson as well as in the detailed description of the module.
Downloadable resources (for instructors)
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