Misinformation is an old problem, but technology has manifested that problem in new ways. In response to recent events over the last year, the MiraCosta College Library, in collaboration with faculty across many disciplines, is hosting a series of misinformation forums to discuss these issues and help promote information literacy. Students, Staff, Faculty, and Administration alike are welcome to join the discussion.
The first forum took place during FLEX week and highlighted information interventions to use in the classroom. Watch the recording.
Friday, April 16th at 1pm - Zoom
Friday, May 14th at 2pm - Zoom
We all know that conspiracy theories exist. The question is why? In this forum, we discussed:
Health and science misinformation is dangerous, and the repercussions have become life-threatening.