This module defined misinformation and its many forms and offered a historical perspective on it. Additionally, you learned about conspiracy theories, propaganda, why people disbelieve, and why this is a problem.
After completing this module, you should understand
Misinformation, disinformation, malinformation, fake news – and their many forms
The history of misinformation
Conspiracy theories
Propaganda
Why rational people may accept irrational information
Why misinformation is a problem
How misinformation and disinformation affects Inidigenous communities