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Civic Engagement and Media Literacy

The web is full of false information. These resources help students evaluate news sources and separate fact from fiction.

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Teacher-approved stories, resources, and worksheets for teaching about civic engagement and media literacy in your classroom, courtesy of Choices, the health and social-emotional learning magazine for grades 7–12 

Which One is #FakeNews?

Teens are at risk for falling for bogus stories online. This article will teach them about the consequences of fake news—and how to tell if what they’re reading is real.

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Spot the Fake News Game
Students find examples of real and fake news articles.
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The Fact or Fake Game Show
Students watch a slideshow of real and fake news.
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She's America's Future. Are You?

With the midterm elections approaching, teens from both sides of the aisle are speaking up. Their stories will inspire your students to make a difference.

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What Do I Stand For?
Students learn how to make a difference in politics.
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Are You Ready for November?
Students brainstorm conversation starters for discussing politics.
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Should You Have the Right to Vote Now?

Politics often involve issues that affect teens directly, so many countries have lowered their voting age to 16. Should the U.S. do the same?

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Debate Organizer
Students organize their arguments and counterarguments.
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Voting Around the World
Students watch two videos related to the voting age debate..
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How to Fact-Check the Internet

No matter how digitally savvy you are, the web is full of false info. This guide will help students separate fact from fiction online. 

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Navigating Digital Info
Students reflect on videos about navigating the news.
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Navigating Digital Info
Students reflect on videos about navigating the news.
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Online Fakery
Students share examples of false information online.
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Online Fakery
Students share examples of false information online.
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Glossary

Terms and definitions that pertain to civic engagement and media literacy

civic engagement

[noun]

the act of promoting the quality of life in a community, through both political and non-political processes

media literacy

[noun]

the ability to identify different types of media and understand the messages they're sending

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