Module 5: Verification
Module 5 explores how images, video, and audio content can be manipulated and the possible danger this causes. We discuss deepfakes, misinformation, and fake news. The second half of the module then provides a detailed explanation of how to verify the veracity of different types of content, how to identify features that might suggest it’s fraudulent, and what tools you can use during the verification process.
What will you learn?
- The dangers of image, video, and audio manipulation, including deepfakes
- Techniques for recognizing image, video, and audio manipulation
- Different tools can you use to verify content
- Questions to help you assess whether an image or video is what it claims to be
It is useful for:
- Content creators that use information online and social media content
- Researchers, journalists, and writers who want to be better equipped to assess the veracity of content
- Those interested in how to identify image, video, or audio manipulation
- Anyone interested in improving how they navigate content online
- Anyone interested in improving their media literacy
How To Fact-Check
- Course releases August 1st
- Publication opportunities for graduates
- Turn your love of writing into a fulfilling, lucrative career
- Produced by industry-leading writers
- One-on-one support from friendly, expert tutors
- Become an expert freelance content writer
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