Understanding Mis- and Disinformation
Overview
In this course you will learn from experts across government how to recognise, analyse and counter mis- and disinformation with an effective communications response.
Understanding Mis- and Disinformation is a 6-module online course that increases capacity to recognise and counter both disinformation and misinformation. The recommended time required is 2-3 hours per module.
The course:
- Provides participants with proven tools, processes and behaviours to identify and counter both disinformation and misinformation
- Is based on the UK Government’s counter-disinformation RESIST toolkit
- Includes discussion boards that give participants the ability to interact and learn from their peers
- Is highly interactive with participants learning from disinformation experts within government who share their experiences via information case studies
Learning objectives:
- Recognise what disinformation and misinformation is and why people create it
- Learn practical tips to help you question the information you see online
- Know how to counter disinformation and misinformation using proven tools, processes and behaviours
Book your place
We will advertise the next course dates through our normal communication channels.