Ask Me What is True? Training

In our digital world, false or misleading information spreads faster than ever, making it harder to separate fact from fiction. “Ask Me What Is True?” is an engaging, interactive media literacy training designed to help individuals recognize misinformation and disinformation, evaluate sources, and think critically about the news they consume.

This session, led by experts from the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center, covers:

— The difference between misinformation and disinformation.

— How to spot red flags in news and social media.

— Simple fact-checking techniques to verify information.

— The impact of false information on communities and society.

— How to become a responsible consumer and sharer of news.

Participants will leave with practical tools to navigate the present media landscape with confidence. Those who complete the session can also take a short quiz to earn a digital certification in media literacy.

Free and open-to-the-public trainings are currently scheduled for these dates and locations:

— Tuesday, April 15 (10-11:30 a.m.) at the Hattiesburg campus (Cook Library 206Z).

— Friday, June 6 (9-10:30 a.m.) at the Gulf Park campus (GLIB 204).

— Monday, August 4 (5:30-7 p.m.) at the Lucedale-George County Public Library.

— Monday, September 1 (5:30-7 p.m.) at the Poplarville Public Library.

— Monday, October 6 (5:30-7 p.m.) at the Purvis Public Library.

— Monday, November 3 (5:30-7 p.m.) at the Kiln Public Library.

Seats are limited. Register by calling Community Liaison Joshua Wilson at 601-266-4265 or by sending him an email.

To request a training session for your group or organization or to learn more about this service, please contact Community Liaison Joshua Wilson by phone at 601-266-4265 or by email at [email protected].