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Digital literacy and identifying misinformation

Grades PK - 13+ AIS - Literacy

Part of digital literacy is the ability to recognize misinformation.  Misinformation also thrives on social media where anyone can share almost anything they choose, and attention spans are short. Here is a quick guide to help you understand what misinformation is and how to recognize it.

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