Critical Mindset as a Tool

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Discuss in pairs: Why is it important to check your sources and reconsider your input?

The average person spends over three hours every day on their phone. In addition, most people are surrounded by images and screens throughout the day. How is this influencing people’s view of reality and sense of what is normal?

According to former President Barack Obama, it is helpful to stay away from TV and social media when ACTION SPEAKING 29 In groups, research if necessary and discuss: a What sources do you usually use and how do you check them? b Are influencers and celebrities trustworthy sources? c What is meant by: fake news and biased news? d What are the differences between news media and tabloids? Check your phone for a screen time function. Are you surprised by your average daily screen time? How do your online habits influence your life? EXTRA CHALLENGE 31 Form discussion groups with another pair. Do the following: a Give your presentation. Make sure you point out and describe the differences in the images you show. b Discuss why it is important to be aware of how and where you post your images online. c Discuss how you think others view you based making big decisions because that “creates a lot of noise and clouds your judgment”. SOURCE Chan, R. 2018. Barack Obama has these two tips if you’re president. Business Insider. Businessinsider.com Discuss what Obama might mean by “a lot of noise”. What is possible noise for you? Vurderingseksemplar

WRITING on online content. 30 Work in pairs: d Google each other and compare what you a Describe and discuss the differences between find to your answers in task c. the images to your right. e Do some research and make a poster about b How do media influence you on the following these issues: issues? Discuss by using the images. beauty, fitness, fashion, money, violence, drugs online, according to the laws and regulations in c Create a presentation together on media place versus real life consisting of images such as the ones to your right. Prepare to point out and yourself online describe the differences.