When you think about misinformation, what is your initial thought? Do you think of the need for more internet supervision or your kids if you are a parent? False information is uploaded into the cyber world and instantly connected to thousands of phones, laptops, computers, iPads, etc. It also can reach those that are offline by word of mouth. Let’s take the hot topic that has been in the news for the last two years, COVID; how much misinformation is swirling around this topic? Many individuals will have a hard time distinguishing what is fact and what is misinformation; could it be even more challenging for kids? Do they even have the skill set or thought process to look beyond what their friend, “Charlie,” posted, to ask questions or do additional research?
This article focuses mainly on the effects misinformation has on children. It uses an image of a younger individual researching COVID. This image can be used to connect your thoughts to your own kids, nieces, or nephews. It also states, “Policymakers should devise child rights-based regulations around mis/disinformation.” It goes on to say, “Finding the balance between rights-based online protection and freedom of expression is a very significant policy challenge.” Is this included in the article to guide the reader on where to place blame?
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