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Typeosquatting is when source of misinformation create URLs that are one character off from the legitimate news source. Example, msnbbc.com. Double check the url of your website to ensure it's the real deal.

Learn more about typeosquatting here

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Ask yourself if the source is over the top or if the article seems exaggerated in anyway. If you answer yes to any of these questions your article is likely not a credible source of news. Use the Interactive Media Bias Chart to check to see where your news source falls on bias scale

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Research the company or organization who sponsored, or provided the money for, this source of information. Does the sponsor imply any bias?

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Do the headline and the body of the article align?

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Do the headline and the body of the article align?

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Often sources of misinformation will have a sensationalized or exaggerated headline. Compare the headline and the facts in the article to make sure they're telling the same story

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Does the information have a credible author? Are they an expert in their field? Have they reported on this matter in the past? Ensure the article was written by a real person, not a bot.

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Consider why this information may have been written. Ask yourself is this source trying to promote a particular point of view. If so, is it propaganda? Watch the video to learn more about the impact of propaganda.

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Social media is one of the biggest sources of misinformation

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Social media is one of the biggest sources of misinformation

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Once you notice how to spot misinformation, it's likely you'll notice someone you follow online spreading misinformation. This article provides practical advise on how to speak to those sharing misinformation online

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misinformation: how to tell people to stop sharing it - cnn

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How to ask loved ones to stop spreading misinformation

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Fear and deception are just a two roots of the misinformation problem that can have serious consequences. Here's how you can ask people to stop sharing it -- including understanding their intentions, softening your approach and being prepared.

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Can you back up the facts in your article?

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Can you back up the facts in your article?

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Are the claims your article is making backed up by evidence? Do they say where they got their information from? Check to see if you can find other source that contain the same factual information.

Consider using these tools:
- Google Fact Check Tools for general purposes
- Politifact and FactCheck.org for political matters
- The Washington Post's Fact Checker for news matters

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Ensure that the information you are using is the most current and most up-to-date information available.

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Is there a message somewhere within the source that says this information cannot be used as evidence? This disclaimer is typically written in small text at the very end of an article.