Assessing Reliability for Others: Conversation with a NewsGuard Analyst

Anyone who’s assessed the reliability of a news source knows how difficult it can be. Now try doing it across thousands of news sources. Think it can be done consistently and transparently? Join us for this rare and very candid conversation with NewsGuard Analyst Sofia Rubinson, senior editor of NewsGuard’s Reality Check newsletter. As a global leader in assessing information reliability, NewsGuard has a heavy weight on its shoulders. Let’s peel back the curtain and learn all about their processes and the many challenges they face to maintain trust and confidence in the service they provide.

Media Literacy Week in Rhode Island

Rhode Island PBS and The Public’s Radio, in collaboration with the Media Education Lab, are excited to co-present Media Literacy Week in Rhode Island! Check out our Media Literacy Week in Rhode Island webpage regularly to find the most updated collection of resources and events to support participation in the Ocean State.

Democracy Happy Hour Presents: Media Literacy in the Age of AI

How can you ensure you are getting accurate, reliable information? What should you be aware of when it comes to digital media? How do we maximize the benefits while minimizing risks of AI? Join our panel of educators and media literacy experts for a robust discussion on these topics, and more!

Fix Democracy First is a nonpartisan pro-democracy organization. They host a weekly Democracy Happy Hour on Wednesdays to share the latest news on democracy across the country and hear from experts on a variety of democracy-related topics.

Register for session: https://bit.ly/DemocracyHappyHour

California Media Literacy Resource Slam

Join us for the Fall California Media Literacy Resource Slam, an engaging virtual webinar where educators can explore valuable tools and resources to enhance media literacy instruction. This session will showcase materials from Common Sense Education, KQED, the News Literacy Project, the California Department of Education, California School Library Association, Santa Clara County Office of Education, and more. From election-related content to tips on creating engaging student media projects, we’ve got you covered.

You’ll leave with fresh ideas, practical tools, and connections to fellow educators who advocate for more media literacy in the classroom.