Identifying Bias and Misinformation in Resources and Media

Title: Navigating Misinformation and Fake News in the Media                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Target Audience:  K-4                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Presenter(s): Michelle Benigno and Jason Carter with The Science House

The Science House Presents: Navigating Misinformation and Fake News in the Media

We are currently in an epidemic of fake news and misinformation. This session will help teachers guide students (and themselves) to use critical-thinking tools and skills to evaluate sources of information. By helping students become more critical consumers of information, teachers are helping create better informed citizens. We also will help teachers navigate how to leverage students’ different backgrounds, cultures and political affiliations to deepen conversations and understanding.

 Bio:

Michelle Benigno, Director of the Mountain Office for the Science House at NC State University,  is an educational engineer with over 25 years experience collecting research-based strategies for learner-centered classrooms, teaching all grade levels, coaching as a district curriculum coordinator, and currently directing the Mountain Office of The Science House of NCSU.  She is on the faculty for NCCAT and has earned multiple awards for her commitment to helping other educators.

Jason Carter, Assistant Director of the Mountain Office for the Science House at NC State University,  has over  20 years as an educator in science and math. Along with this experience, Jason is a Fulbright Teacher for Global Classrooms honoree and a Science Ambassador for the National Center for Science Education. His work in the NCSE includes developing curriculum for teaching climate change along with delivering professional development on this curriculum. He is passionate about integrating literacy and STEM. He enjoys weaving literature, games, engineering design, citizen science, and a global lens into science curriculum.

Resources:   Identifying Bias and Misinformation in Resources and Media (Presentation Slides)