Fact-checking of content on online platforms has so far played an important role, false or misleading information spreads through social media networks and fact-checking plays a vital role in maintaining trust in the digital ecosystem.
By mastering these techniques, learners become empowered to identify credible information, challenge misinformation, and contribute to a more accurate and informed online community.
Lesson 1: Introduction to Fact-Checking Tools
The internet is full of information — but not all of it is true. This lesson introduces simple, reliable tools that help you check whether something is real or fake.
You’ll explore trusted websites, learn easy methods to verify images and videos, and discover how to double-check the sources behind trending posts.
It’s a beginner-friendly guide to becoming your own fact-checker.
Want to become the friend who always finds the truth? Start here!
Lesson 2: Reverse Image Search and Metadata Checking
A picture may be worth a thousand words — but sometimes, those words are lies. You’ll learn how to investigate where an image really came from, when it was taken, and whether it’s been edited.
You’ll use tools like Google Reverse Image Search, TinEye, and metadata readers to uncover the real story behind what you see online.
Ready to look beyond the pixels and find the truth behind the photo? Explore this lesson!
Lesson 3: Fact-Checking News and Social Media
Fact–checking of content on online platforms has so far played an important role in protecting democracy, by verifying statements and making sure trustworthy
Not every headline deserves your trust. This lesson helps you identify when a story is based on solid evidence — and when it’s designed to provoke emotions or spread rumors.
You’ll learn how to verify sources, compare multiple reports, and analyze social media claims critically.
By the end, you’ll be equipped to separate real news from noise.
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Lesson 4: Hands-On Fact-Checking Practice
Now it’s your turn to put everything together. In this interactive lesson, you’ll practice verifying news stories, checking images, and analyzing viral posts using real fact-checking tools.
It’s a safe space to test your judgment, strengthen your confidence, and become someone others can rely on for accurate information.
Ready to prove your fact-checking skills? Dive into this final lesson and see how much you’ve grown!