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Fake news is not a new concept, but in these modern times of technology and social media, fake news outlets have exploded.
Fake news turns a profit. It preys on people's emotions and their, sometimes, all to sensitive natures. If people can prove they are correct in order to make their opinion seem like the right one by using something that was published, who cares if it's real or not. Right?

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Does this source have a reputation? Is it known for sharing questionable material?

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Be an active reader, look beyond the headline!

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Be an active reader, look beyond the headline!

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-Read the headline for sensational wording.
-Check the date, is it current?
-Cross check the story with other  news organizations.
-Check with an expert. Write to legitimate news organization, or seek out an expert to determine legitimacy.

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It is important to consider who is writing this information.
Who the author?
Do they have other publications? If so, what are they like?
Is the author sponsored by a company, or endorsed by an organization?

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Not only do you need to consider where the information is published, who wrote it, but you must also conduct a source check.
-Is there evidence to back up the author's claims?
-Where does the evidence come from?
-Does the source make predictions for the future or determine certain results that might occur?
Do they offer a cure to a disease?

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We are often typing and reading so fast that we may not notice a small detail that can help to determine the legitimacy of information.
-Be sure to check the web address, is it really a reputable news organization or is there an extra letter or number in that address bar (Typeosquatting), for example cnnn.com?
- Where is the news coming from, consider the location. What is the domain (UR, Russia, Co, Columbia)

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Check for a disclaimer that tells you this source cannot be used as evidence, this is a clue that whoever is publishing this information wants to protect themselves from possibly being sued for spreading fake news.

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-How do you feel after reading this information?
-Does it make you feel overly emotional?
-Is the information so extreme it feels like an exaggeration?

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-What was the purpose of this information?
-Was it meant to be informative or was it meant to be propaganda? Is it promoting someone else's political view point?

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As information seekers, we can help to stop the spread of fake news.
-Check before you share! Try to avoid clicking that share button too fast, otherwise known as knee-jerk reposting.
-Educators and policy makers can invest in developing  curriculum and resources to build students' digital media literacy skills. Teach students at a young age how to become critical thinkers that are able to break down those influences that are found in fake news and in advertisements.

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Here is a video that might help you learn information about how to spot and check for fake news.

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Video: How to Spot Fake News | Common Sense Education

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Common Sense Education provides educators and students with the resources they need to harness the power of technology for learning and life. Find a free K-12 Digital Citizenship curriculum, reviews of popular EdTech apps, and resources for protecting student privacy.