Graduate Certificate in Fact-Checking News Reports

• Fact-Checking Fundamentals: Learn the basic principles and techniques of fact-checking news reports, including how to verify information, detect misinformation, and maintain objectivity.

• Research Methods for Fact-Checking: Develop advanced research skills to find and evaluate information from various sources, such as public records, databases, and expert interviews.

• Digital Forensics for Fact-Checking: Discover how to analyze digital content, including images, videos, and social media posts, to uncover hidden facts and verify authenticity.

• Fact-Checking Tools and Technologies: Master the use of fact-checking tools and software to streamline the fact-checking process and improve efficiency.

• Fact-Checking Ethics and Best Practices: Understand the ethical considerations and best practices in fact-checking news reports, including transparency, accountability, and fairness.

• Fact-Checking in Real-Time: Learn how to fact-check live events, such as speeches, debates, and breaking news, in real-time to provide accurate and timely information.

• Fact-Checking Misinformation and Disinformation: Develop skills to identify and combat misinformation and disinformation, including deepfakes and other forms of manipulated media.

• Fact-Checking Collaboration and Partnerships: Explore the benefits of collaborating with other fact-checkers, journalists, and organizations to enhance the credibility and impact of fact-checking efforts.

• Fact-Checking in a Global Context: Understand the cultural, linguistic, and political challenges of fact-checking news reports in a global context and develop strategies to address them.