The Distortion of Facts in the Digital Age
| AUTHOR | Gerber, Larry |
| PUBLISHER | Rosen Central (12/30/2012) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Paperback) |
Description
Disinformation is as old as lying. Today, the Internet is moving toxic information faster than ever, to more people than ever, making it potentially more harmful than ever. Fortunately, the Internet can also furnish the antidote: facts. In this compelling volume, readers discover what the scope of disinformation is, why people distort facts, who the masters of disinformation are and how their methods work, the difference between fact and opinion, and how to develop skills to deal with the distortion of facts online. Whether people are doing research work, making everyday decisions, shopping, or just browsing, it pays to recognize digital dishonesty. There are many tools that help people separate fact from deception, and new ones are appearing every day. This cogent book aids readers in finding and using these tools.
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Product Details
ISBN-13:
9781448883684
ISBN-10:
1448883687
Binding:
Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
48
Carton Quantity:
0
Product Dimensions:
7.10 x 0.20 x 9.00 inches
Weight:
0.25 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Index,
Ikids,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Computers | System Administration - Storage & Retrieval
Grade Level:
5th Grade
- 8th Grade
Dewey Decimal:
025.04
Library of Congress Control Number:
2012024759
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Disinformation is as old as lying. Today, the Internet is moving toxic information faster than ever, to more people than ever, making it potentially more harmful than ever. Fortunately, the Internet can also furnish the antidote: facts. In this compelling volume, readers discover what the scope of disinformation is, why people distort facts, who the masters of disinformation are and how their methods work, the difference between fact and opinion, and how to develop skills to deal with the distortion of facts online. Whether people are doing research work, making everyday decisions, shopping, or just browsing, it pays to recognize digital dishonesty. There are many tools that help people separate fact from deception, and new ones are appearing every day. This cogent book aids readers in finding and using these tools.
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