Author(s): Dana SÎRBU
Publication name: Romanian Intelligence Studies Review
Publisher name: Mihai Viteazul National Intelligence Academy
Publication type: Journal article
Publication date: June 30, 2019
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Issue/ Volume: 21/2019
DOI:
Abstract
Critical thinking and media literacy programs are essential to increase citizens’
resilience to fake news. The purpose of this paper is to illustrate the role of media
literacy in combating disinformation and propaganda. Also, the article highlights the
importance of media literacy in the contemporary world; the characteristics of media
literacy and several recommendations and strategies that aim to develop critical
thinking of the individuals, especially for the young generation. Although critical
thinking and media literacy are long-term solutions, their application will eventually
improve and strengthen a democratic society. It is important to learn how to identify
and recognize fake news, to know the reasons and mechanisms behind the spread of fake
content in the online environment and to understand the necessity of verifying the
accuracy of the information before sharing it with others.
Keywords: critical thinking, media literacy, fake news.
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