10 Ways to Spot the Truth on Social Media and the Internet
One – Check the Source – Ask: Who said it? Is it a trusted website, teacher, or an expert who studies this for a living — or just someone online?
Two – Look for Proof – Real facts usually come with evidence: pictures, videos, or links that can be verified.
Three – Double-Check It – Search the same topic on another site to see if others say the same thing.
Four – Watch for Feelings Tricks – If a post makes you angry, scared, or shocked, pause! Big emotions can hide false information.
Five – Ask an Adult You Trust – A teacher, librarian, or parent can help you check if something is real or not.
Six – Check the Date – Sometimes old stories or videos are reposted to look new. Always check when it was made. The situation may have changed.
Seven – See Who Benefits – Ask: Who gets the candy? (In other words, who gains money, fame, or followers from this post?)
Eight – Spot the Silly Stuff – If a story sounds too weird, too perfect, or too amazing to be real, it probably isn’t.
Nine – Read the Whole Thing – Don’t just believe the headline. Read (or watch) the whole post before deciding if it’s true.
Ten – Use Your Brain, Not Just Your Eyes – Just because it looks real doesn’t mean it is real. Pictures and videos can be edited, shown out-of-context, or AI-made.
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