Role-Playing to Combat Online Deception

This episode is a special release for International Fact-Checking Day. You’ll find the full, free Newshounds digital media literacy program on the Squiz Kids website.

In this sixth session of Newshounds, you'll help Squiz-E earn a set of handcuffs! You'll discover how to 'arrest' the deceptive tricks of generative AI and sharpen your skills in telling fact from fiction.

Learn how to:

• Spot images created using artificial intelligence
• Use a reverse image search to find out where an image really came from
• Help friends and family steer clear of online scams

Watch the video of this episode at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhrizKb9KI4

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