This 9-hour micro-course explores the issue of information disorder on social media, focusing on misinformation, disinformation, and mal-information. Learners will examine the meaning, history, types, benefits, and risks of social media, as well as the seven major types of information disorders. The course also highlights the causes, trends, and strategies for prevention. By the end of this course, participants will gain practical skills to critically assess online content and combat misinformation in the digital age.
- Teacher: Britney James Seraspe
- Teacher: Britney James Seraspe
This 9-hours micro-course examines the architects of networked disinformation and their role in shaping online narratives. Learners will explore the nature of work relationships within disinformation networks, the stages and techniques used in crafting networked disinformation, and the ethical challenges surrounding these practices. The module also highlights how disinformation strategies exploit digital platforms and provides recommendations for stakeholders and the academe in addressing complicit trolling. By the end of this course, participants will be able to analyze the structure of disinformation production and identify strategies for collective intervention.
- Teacher: Jan Cynth Palama
This 9-hours micro-course focuses on trolls, bots, and deepfake technology as emerging challenges in the digital landscape. Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of how these tools manipulate online discourse and influence public opinion. Each lesson includes knowledge checks and activities, culminating in a performance task that reinforces learning. To support continuous growth, additional reading materials are provided to guide learners in further exploring the complexities of social media.
This 9-hours micro-course introduces the fact-checking process, tools, and platforms essential in combating misinformation on social media. Learners will explore the importance of fact-checking, develop critical thinking and media literacy skills, and evaluate the credibility of online sources. The lessons cover fact-checking practices, digital tools to fight information disorder, and strategies for balancing privacy with responsible reporting. Activities include knowledge checks, a performance task, and a reflection with interactive elements such as a Google game. This course equips learners to become responsible digital citizens who can effectively counter information “truth-decay.”
This 9-hours micro-course provides learners with practical tips, methods, and ways of becoming a responsible social media user. It covers three key lessons: social media safety, ethics, and trust; the principles of digital citizenship and its nine elements; and practical strategies for responsible online behavior. By the end of this course, learners are expected to demonstrate safe and ethical use of social media, analyze ICT-related social and ethical issues, and evaluate different approaches to becoming responsible digital citizens. The course aims to strengthen awareness, accountability, and positive engagement in the digital environment.
This 9-hours micro-course focuses on creating infographics, social media videos, and blogs as powerful tools for communication and advocacy. Learners will discover how to design visuals and craft engaging blog posts that capture attention, convey messages effectively, and keep audiences engaged. The course also addresses the issue of information disorder, equipping learners with strategies to identify and combat misinformation, disinformation, and propaganda. By the end of this course, participants will be able to create compelling content while promoting truth and responsible digital citizenship.