Introduction to Fake News & Misinformation
A beginner-level micro-course explaining what misinformation is, how it spreads, and how ordinary users can avoid sharing false content.
Learning Topics
Types of misinformation
Why fake news spreads
Psychological effects
Real-world examples
Quiz: 5 MCQs
Course Overview
This short course introduces learners to the world of misinformation, why it spreads, how it influences people, and the simple habits everyone can adopt to stop false content from going viral.
The goal is to help ordinary users—students, professionals, journalists, and the general public—become more informed and responsible digital citizens.
| Responsible | Asad Shah |
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| Last Update | 01/31/2026 |
| Completion Time | 3 hours 45 minutes |
| Members | 2 |
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Lesson 13Lessons · 29 min
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Lesson 1: What is Fake News?
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Lesson 1 - Introduction to Fake News & Misinformation
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Lesson 1: Quiz5 xp
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Lesson 23Lessons · 28 min
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Lesson 2: Why People Believe Fake News
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Lesson 2 : Why People Believe Fake News
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Lesson 2: Quiz5 xp
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Lesson 33Lessons · 28 min
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Lesson 3: Types of Misinformation
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Lesson 3 : Types of Misinformation
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Lesson 3: Quiz5 xp
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Lesson 43Lessons · 28 min
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Lesson 4: How Fake News Spreads
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Lesson 4 : How Fake News Spreads
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Lesson 4: Quiz5 xp
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Lesson 53Lessons · 39 min
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Lesson 5: Red Flags of Fake News
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Lesson 5 : Red Flags of Fake News
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Lesson 5: Quiz5 xp
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Lesson 63Lessons · 39 min
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Lesson 6: How to Protect Yourself
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Lesson 6 : How to Protect Yourself
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Lesson 6: Quiz5 xp
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Lesson 74Lessons · 34 min
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Lesson 7: How Fake News Affects Society
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Lesson 7 : How Fake News Affects Society
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Lesson 7: How Fake News Affects SocietyNew 5 xp
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Certificate in Fake News AwarenessNew
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