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Critical observation

This tutorial on fact-checking tools includes geolocation and lateral reading techniques.

Geolocation

This geolocation tutorial is one of several skills tutorials from Checkology’s Check Center that walk students through useful fact-checking tools.

Advanced lateral reading

In this tutorial, learn how to use lateral reading to determine the credibility of an article by cross-referencing information on other websites.

News Goggles: Karena Phan, The Associated Press

This week, we talk to Karena Phan, a reporter for the news verification team at The Associated Press. Phan discusses the steps she takes to find and debunk misinformation trending online.

News Goggles: Candace Buckner, The Washington Post

This week, we talk to Candace Buckner of The Washington Post about her role as a sports columnist. Buckner sheds light on the differences between straight news beat reporting and opinion writing — and underscores how certain journalism practices and standards remain the same.

News Goggles: Emilie Munson, Times Union

This week, we talk to data reporter Emilie Munson of the Times Union, a local news organization based in Albany, New York, with a coverage area that includes the state’s Capital Region and Hudson Valley.