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The Fake News Phenomenon

9781532113888. ea vol: 48p. (News Literacy). further reading. glossary. index. photos. websites. ABDO. Dec. 2017. lib. ed. $32.79.
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Gr 4–6—The authors thoroughly discuss the news and its value to society, covering historical developments and the effects of technological advancements on the industry. The semantics and ethics involved in journalism and the skills and approaches effective journalists employ to successfully report information are also covered. The detailed discussions on fake news and its predecessors—yellow journalism and propaganda—are timely and will be of great use to educators and students alike. The role and power of social media is also a running theme throughout. Opportunities for critical thinking and writing development abound.
VERDICT A welcome resource to strengthen media literacy skills in upper elementary schoolers.

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