In a world where misinformation spreads faster than facts, this course empowers young people, youth workers, and digital activists to take a stand. Through engaging lessons rooted in real-world projects like SCF 2.0, SDR, and IP2C, learners will explore ethical communication, build verification skills, and learn how to design campaigns and strategies that foster media resilience and civic empowerment.
From sharpening your critical eye to understanding the deeper dynamics of digital discourse, this MOOC is your invitation to move from passive scrolling to purposeful action.
🧠What You’ll Learn
- How to communicate responsibly in a post-truth world
- How to verify news, images, and online content using proven tools
- How to think strategically and ethically about digital participation
- How to design change through Theory of Change (TOC) frameworks
Resist, Reflect, Respond: Strategies for Countering Misinformation
This practical module empowers young people and youth workers to recognize, question, and counter the spread of misinformation in their everyday lives. Through four interactive lessons, learners will explore ethical communication principles, develop habits of mindful sharing, gain hands-on skills with essential fact-checking tools, and learn to design their own strategic interventions using the Theory of Change (TOC) model. Drawing from projects like SCF 2.0, IP2C, SDR, and JedAI, this module provides not just tools, but a mindset shift — from passive scrolling to active resistance against false narratives.