Professional Development
Making the Case for Civic Digital Literacy
Growing up with digital devices does not mean students know how to evaluate the information they interact with online. Studies have shown that when students are taught the same strategies used by professional fact-checkers, they are better equipped to discern online information.
Digital literacy researcher and Digital Inquiry Group co-founder Sam Wineburg shares how we can respond to the challenges presented in today’s complicated information landscape. Discover how Civic Digital Literacy uses evidence-based strategies for teaching students how to navigate information online and to be better-informed citizens.
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This video is part of the Civic Digital Literacy Project from iCivics and the Digital Inquiry Group. Civic Digital Literacy equips students with evidence-based strategies to discern online information, find trustworthy sources, and be better-informed citizens within the rapidly changing online environment. Explore the full collection of Civic Digital Literacy resources.
