What can I do if I’m still not sure?
Positive and Proactive Behaviours Don’t worry if you can’t decide if something is trustworthy online. It can be really difficult sometimes to tell what is true or real – even adults find it hard! Some things online might even be a mixture of real information and fake information, which makes it even harder to figure […]
How can I check what I find online?
Trust and Critical Reasoning There are several things you can do to check facts you find online: Check at least 3 different websites – if they all say the same thing then your information is more likely to be accurate. Check offline – use books, TV and radio to check news and information you see […]
What should I think about when deciding if something is true?
Trust and Critical Reasoning It can be tricky to decide what is true online! Always think about where you found the information – is it from a source you trust? Does it look/sound real or true? Is it fact or opinion? Can you tell?
How do I find things that are true?
Trust and Critical Reasoning A good place to start in finding accurate information is to use websites that are more trusted e.g. government websites or the official website for a product or company. Your parent/carer or teacher might also be able to recommend some websites that will give you factual news and information for different […]