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Howell, Izzi,

What is fake news? / Fake news Izzi Howell. - London : Wayland, 2018. - 48 pages; colour illustrations; 26 cm. - Who? What? Why? .

Includes bibliographical references and index.

What is fake news -- Where does information come from? -- What is propaganda -- Why create fake news? -- Why do we see fake news on social media? -- What are the dangers of fake news? -- Why are true stories described as fake news? -- How can we spot fake news? -- How can we stop fake news? -- Glossary

The term 'fake news' may be relatively new, but the idea of presenting false information as a legitimate news story in an attempt to influence public opinion certainly isn't. This book looks at the various ways in which people receive information and the risks of being manipulated by half-truths, rumours or lies. It considers what motivates those who create and disseminate fake news and aks what societies and individuals can do to spot and stop fake news.

ISBN: 9781526308818 1526308819

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Fake news--Juvenile literature.
Media literacy--Juvenile literature.
Propaganda--Juvenile literature.