FYS 1072 - Fake News and Political Conspiracy Theories: Critical Thinking Strategies to Unmask the Truth

Hours: 3
Controversy has recently erupted regarding conspiracy theories, fake news, and the fourth estate. The media plays a crucial role in America’s checks and balances by helping to inform citizens. However, with the explosion of the internet and an information glut in contemporary society, it is difficult to know what sources to trust. Developing critical thinking skills and unmasking sources that lack credibility. A campus, community, national, or international problem area to focus on will be chosen in development of research, critical thinking, and argumentation skills.

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FYS 1072 - Fake News and Political Conspiracy Theories: Critical Thinking Strategies to Unmask the Truth