20.07.2023
5 modules
Tinfoil hat, QAnon, Bill Gates and lateral thinkers - what to do about conspiracy theories?
Do you believe in purple cows? Climate change is just fake? Conspiracy theorists are crackpots who are just annoying? No. Distinguishing fake news and conspiracy narratives from facts can sometimes be a challenge. After all, anyone can fall for conspiracies if they fit into their own worldview. But how do you explain the difference between trustworthy sources, fakes, and conspiracies? And how do you refute obvious fakes without embarrassing each other? Learn how to recognize fake news and inform yourself about the topic.
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Understand: Fake news is often difficult to detect
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Factual knowledge: What are conspiracy theories and how do you recognize them? Why do people believe in conspiracy narratives? Why are conspiracy narratives so dangerous?
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Understand: Why do people believe what strangers claim on the internet? Analysis: How can I recognize conspiracy theories in the first place? Apply: What can I do if friends share conspiracy theories?
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Analysis: Are Sarah's friends and the influencer spreading fake news? Apply: How does Sarah behave - how would you behave? Rate: Discuss the different course of the film depending on your decisions
Asked: Are there purple cows?
A large chocolate manufacturer has bred a purple cow. Really? What do you mean?
What are conspiracy theories?
When it comes to conspiracy narratives, what makes you smile at first glance is often dangerous at second glance. Check out our definition video for the most important facts.
Fake or real: do you know the difference?
You can see whether you have the most important facts about conspiracy theories ready in the interactive quiz.
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