Graduate Certificate in Fact-Checking for LinkedIn Profiles
-- viewing nowThe Graduate Certificate in Fact-Checking is a comprehensive course designed to equip learners with the essential skills needed to thrive in the fact-checking industry. This program is critical in today's world, where the proliferation of misinformation poses significant challenges to individuals, organizations, and society at large.
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• Fact-Checking Fundamentals: Understanding the importance of fact-checking and the role of a fact-checker in today's digital landscape.
• Research Techniques: Mastering effective and efficient research methods, including primary and secondary sources, for accurate fact-checking.
• Fact-Checking Tools and Software: Learning to utilize various fact-checking tools, browser extensions, and software to streamline the fact-checking process.
• Ethics and Standards in Fact-Checking: Exploring the ethical considerations and industry standards for fact-checkers, ensuring credibility and transparency.
• Fact-Checking Legal and Intellectual Property Issues: Identifying potential legal and intellectual property concerns, and understanding best practices to avoid legal repercussions.
• Data Verification: Gaining expertise in verifying data, statistics, and graphs to ensure accuracy in reporting.
• Misinformation and Disinformation: Recognizing and combating misinformation and disinformation, distinguishing between different types of false information.
• Collaboration and Communication: Developing skills in collaborating with content creators, editors, and other stakeholders, and effectively communicating fact-checking results.
• Fact-Checking in Social Media: Learning to fact-check content on various social media platforms and understanding the unique challenges they present.
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Entry requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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