Fake News! It has become both a common phrase and rallying cry for a variety of groups in recent times. But what exactly is it, what are its real world consequences, and how can you spot it? The MRV Libraries are excited to host UVM professor Dr. Rob Williams for a series of programs exploring the who's, how's and why's of Fake News, as well as some filters you can apply in real time to whatever comes across your news feed.
Towards News we Can Use: A Public Conversation
Tuesday, March 20th, 7pm at the Moretown School
We will consider our current information habits and look at different types of news along with an overview of the propaganda model.
20th Century News: The Print Age
Tuesday, March 27th, 7pm at the Joslin Library
We'll take a deep dive into the FIVE filters that explain how US news was created in the Age of Print.
21st Century News: The Digital Age
Tuesday, April 3rd, 7pm at the Warren Library
We'll take a deep dive into the FIVE filters that explain how US news is created in the Age of Digital and Social Media.
These workshops are free and open to all, please contact any of the libraries or visit our websites for more information.
Oct 18, 2024, 10:30 to 11:30 AM
Bala-Bila Live at Tunbridge Town HallOct 19, 2024, 6 to 9 PM
A Bridge Across Two VermontsOct 21, 2024, 6:30 to 8 PM