#Misinformation is a rampant problem in society, stemming from all ends of the political spectrum. In this video, I’m telling you what misinformation and disinformation are, how to find accurate information and finally, how to stop your loved ones from spreading misinformation.
Aliza Vigderman is a journalist at Security.org.
Time Stamps
00:00 Introduction
00:24 MDI Explanation
01:14 How you can protect yourself
02:00 Social Media Practices
#Misinformation is any inaccurate information, but it differs from #disinformation in that it’s shared without malicious intent. Together, misinformation and disinformation make #MDI. MDI is a pervasive problem, with one in three Americans reporting that they see fake news often, according to the Pew Research Center. How can you verify if information is MDI or not, and more importantly, how do you stop your relatives from posting MDI on social media? This video gives helpful statistics and information to help you protect against misinformation.
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