Book
True or false : a CIA analyst's guide to spotting fake news
Record details
- ISBN: 1250239494 :
- ISBN: 9781250239495 :
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Physical Description:
xv, 313 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
print - Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: New York : Feiwel and Friends, 2020.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 297-313). |
| Target Audience Note: | Ages 13-18 Feiwel & Friends. Grades 10-12 Feiwel & Friends. |
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| Subject: | Fake news Fake news United States Media literacy |
Available copies
- 0 of 1 copy available at Town of Hanover Libraries.
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- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howe Library | YA 070.43 OTI | 31254003681901 | Teens - Lower level | Checked out | 05/08/2024 |
School Library Journal Review
True or False : A CIA Analyst's Guide to Spotting Fake News
School Library Journal
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Gr 8 Up--Former CIA analyst Otis has written a necessary and engaging resource that should be required reading for all high school students. The first half of the book outlines the use of fake news and propaganda spread by governments and authority figures throughout history. These informative and entertaining incidents date back over 3,000 years, from ancient Egypt and up to the current 2020 presidential election. Otis amusingly outlines the deceitful work of Ramses II and his spin to convince people he "won" the battle against the city of Kadesh. Each case study is equally captivating. In the second half of the book, Otis explains numerous techniques on how to spot fake news and highlights how legitimate news outlets produce factual articles. With a variety of detailed examples and exercises, readers learn how to analyze news, posts, and photos, as well as how to check their own biases and emotional reactions when trying to determine fact from fiction. The book's droll tone and quick pace will thoroughly engage even those who dislike nonfiction; all readers will be empowered with a more critical eye when browsing their news feeds. VERDICT An important, comprehensive text that should be an integral part of all high school information literacy curricula.--Karen Bilton, Franklin Township P.L., NJ
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Publishers Weekly Review
True or False : A CIA Analyst's Guide to Spotting Fake News
Publishers Weekly
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In an age when many are "basically standing under a showerhead of information all day, every day," former intelligence analyst Otis provides timely guidance on how to separate fact from fake news. The book's first section provides context and breadth, reaching back to the reign of Ramses II and the story of Jack the Ripper to underscore the historical use of propaganda and disinformation. But the second half of the book offers the greatest benefit, detailing how digital media has exponentially aided in the promulgation of false narratives and destructive rumors. The author shares many practical tips she learned during the decade she spent working for the CIA--ways to discern a doctored photo, identify clickbait and trusted sources, and double-check outrageous claims. Perhaps most importantly, she cautions readers to check their own biases and think critically rather than outsourcing judgment to their social media feeds. Written in an easy, conversational style matched by a user-friendly design with pullouts, exercises, and photographs, it's a book that teachers and civic leaders will want to make required reading. Ages 13--up. (July)â
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