Arthur Johnson Memorial Library

Harris, Duchess

Fake news phenomenon The fake news phenomenon Duchess Harris, JD, PhD ; [editor: Patrick Donnelly]. - Minneapolis, Minnesota Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2018 - 48 pages color illustrations ; 24 cm. Hardback book - News literacy .

Includes bibliographical references (page 46) and index.

The danger of fake news -- History of fake news -- Why lie? -- Bias or lies? -- Spotting fake news.

"The 2016 US presidential election introduced a new term to the media lexicon. The Fake News Phenomenon examines the spread of bogus news sources, the reasons they exist, and the difference between media bias and "fake news." Readers are also provided with tips for how to discern the credibility of a news source. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject."--Publisher's website.

860L

9781532113888 9781641852692

2017947125



018988505 Uk


Fake news--Juvenile literature.
Journalistic ethics
Mass media and public opinion



PN4784.F27 / H37 2018

j070.4 Har 20