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Facts Matter: Information Literacy for the Real World

Understanding news bias is more critical than ever

Libraries and news organizations are joining forces in a variety of ways to promote news literacy, create innovative community programming, and help patrons/students identify misinformation. Join this online course to learn how you can partner with local news organizations to promote news literacy through a range of programs—including a citizen journalism hub at your library.


EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT
Register by Thursday, March 1 to SAVE 20% on the registration fee.


Gain the ability to...

  • Use a timely repertoire of media and news literacy tools, including reliable fact-checking sites, and anti-bias strategies that you can share with patrons.

  • Enhance citizens' critical thinking when they are immersed in misinformation, keep conversations nonpartisan, and empower users to objectively evaluate print and digital information.

  • Readily identify data and easily use free online tools to turn it into compelling visuals that will help you support your message.

Learn More

We've convened an outstanding group of experts including:

Damaso Reyes

Damaso Reyes
Director of Community Partnerships and Engagement, The News Literacy Project

Gleb Tsipursky

Gleb Tsipursky
Assistant Professor, Ohio State University; President and Cofounder, Intentional Insights; Cofounder, Pro-Truth Pledge

Krisitin Fontichiaro

Kristin Fontichiaro
Clinical Associate Professor,
University of Michigan School
of Information

Renee Hobbs

Renee Hobbs
Professor of Communication Studies;
Director, Media Education Lab,
University of Rhode Island

Tom Huang

Tom Huang
Assistant Managing Editor for
Features and Community Engagement,
Dallas Morning News

For more information, please visit our website.

Register Now

EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT
Register by Thursday, March 1 to SAVE 20% on the registration fee.

Group discounts are available!
Please contact Roger Jarman at rjarman@mediasourceinc.com
or call (646) 380-0773 to check your eligibility.

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