Having introduced various tools to fight fake news, the next weapon in Facebook’s arsenal is education. Over the next few days a large Having introduced various tools to fight fake news, the next weapon in Facebook’s arsenal is education. Over the next few days a…
Having introduced various tools to fight fake news , the next weapon in Facebook’s arsenal is education. Over the next few days a large “Tips for spotting fake news” banner will appear at the top of news feeds in 14 countries, but the approach it is taking is unlikely to have much impact on those most influenced by, and most likely to share, fake news.
Like Google, Facebook is taking steps to tackle fake news. The social network has already announced a raft of measures aimed at stamping out the problem , but now it is trying to not only educate people about how to spot fake news, but also to stem the spread of fake news, and to disincentivize the practice.
Unlike Google’s fact-checking , Facebook’s education program relies heavily on people being willing to not only read through reams of tips and advice, but also to be willing to conduct research for themselves.
