This is a resource sharing platform that aims to explore the experiences of children and young people in digital communication spaces and the effects that technological changes have on children and young people. It provides a holistic overview of the current research landscapes and enables access to empirical data for re-analysis. It also offers a
In this seminar organized by the University of Chicago Institute of Politics, scholars from different fields discuss the psychology and mechanics underlying conspiratorial beliefs, and provide some clues for how to prevent them. How Conspiracy Theories Capture the Mind
This course empowers primary and secondary teachers to develop and implement effective whole-school approaches to foster critical thinking and tackle online disinformation through intergenerational collaboration and community engagement. Behind the course Click on the link below to access the content: https://tinyurl.com/y3w8dyd7 Behind the course: Facts4All – Schools as community hubs against disinformation is co-funded by the
Barnardos is a children’s charity that protects and supports children and young people in Ireland. Their mission is to transform the lives of vulnerable children because childhood lasts a lifetime. Barnardos’ website includes resources to support children, young people and parents with life’s challenges. It includes a section on protecting and safeguarding children online that
This is Ireland’s fact-checking website. Users can find examples of false information/news that have been assessed and debunked by the fact-checking team at the Journal. Click on the link below to access the content: https://www.thejournal.ie/factcheck/news/
This Council of Europe lesson plan aims to help students understand how disinformation is used in modern warfare through a comparison with the way truth gets manipulated in personal conflicts at school. The lesson plan includes learning outcomes, steps for preparation and a checklist. It will take about 50min to complete. Click on the link below to