Understanding Media in the Digital Age

The media we consume floods us with data, opinions, fact, and fiction. It’s becoming increasingly important to read and think critically. Here’s what you need to do before hitting that share button, and why.

In a world inundated with information and misinformation, media literacy is a shield against chaos. This article is a step towards creating a solid foundation for navigating the information landscape.

Fake news. The big problem that the media has been harping on for quite some time now is constantly downgrading the quality of news itself. But what exactly is fake news and why is it being created?

Statistics are not as simple as they seem, and yet are used callously across the internet to create ‘alternative facts.’ How can you read statistical headlines better? The first step is accepting their complexity.

The digital revolution has brought immense benefits, but has also raised profound questions about the role of media in shaping our perceptions, opinions, and understanding of the world. Critical thinking is imperative to navigate this complex network.

Is the relationship between artists and AI complicated because we are yet to understand it? Who makes the rules for AI generated art?

The digital world influences us in more ways than we can imagine, with much of what we read online being targeted to us. That’s why it's important for us to ensure that our opinions are still our own.

Technology has made it easier than ever to flood our social media with fake content. This is worrying considering how many get their news on their daily scroll. What can we do about it?

Many of the 'scientific' claims we read on the internet are misinformation in disguise. Can you tell the difference? Here's a quick guide on how to separate scientific fact from fiction.