MEDIA LITERACY AS A RESPONSE TO FAKE NEWS
MEDIA LITERACY AS A RESPONSE TO FAKE NEWS

Summary/Abstract: Critical thinking and media literacy programs are essential to increase citizens' resilience to fake news. The purpose of this paper is to illustrate the role of media literacy in combating disinformation and propaganda. Also, the article highlights the importance of media literacy in the contemporary world; the characteristics of media literacy and several recommendations and strategies that aim to develop critical thinking of the individuals, especially for the young generation. Although critical thinking and media literacy are long-term solutions, their application will eventually improve and strengthen a democratic society. It is important to learn how to identify and recognize fake news, to know the reasons and mechanisms behind the spread of fake content in the online environment and to understand the necessity of verifying the accuracy of the information before sharing it with others.

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