Bibliograph

The fake news phenomenon, by Duchess Harris, JD, PhD

Type

Label

The fake news phenomenon, by Duchess Harris, JD, PhD

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 46) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The fake news phenomenon

Oclc number

1005322250

Responsibility statement

by Duchess Harris, JD, PhD

Series statement

News literacy

Summary

"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

Table Of Contents

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

Target audience

juvenile

Classification