Spotting Misinformation: The Emotional Test
Misinformation spreads fastest when it triggers emotion. Before you share, take the Emotional Test:Stop: Do you feel extreme anger, fear, or excitement? That’s your cue to pause.Check: Who is posting this? Are they credible or anonymous?Confirm: Can you find the same information from at least three trustworthy sources?If something makes you react before you think, it’s often designed to do exactly that. Take a breath, verify, then decide if it’s worth sharing.Disclaimer: Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA). Neither the European Union nor EACEA can be held responsible for them.#nonformaleducation #fakenews #AdultEducation #RajsEnterprise #LJAC #SePoate #ErasmusPlus #DigitalCitizenship #Latvia #Poland #Romania