Logo
Pattern

Discover published sets by community

Explore tens of thousands of sets crafted by our community.

Fact-Checking Procedures

25

Flashcards

0/25

Still learning
StarStarStarStar

Video Analysis

StarStarStarStar

Journalists scrutinize videos for signs of editing, manipulations, or out-of-context usage.

StarStarStarStar

Examine Author Credentials

StarStarStarStar

Journalists check the author’s credentials and past work to determine their authority and trustworthiness.

StarStarStarStar

Background Checks

StarStarStarStar

Journalists research a person's history, criminal record, former statements, or affiliations for comprehensiveness and accuracy.

StarStarStarStar

Digital Image Verification

StarStarStarStar

Journalists analyze images using digital tools to assess if they have been altered or manipulated.

StarStarStarStar

Expert Consultation

StarStarStarStar

Journalists reach out to subject matter experts to confirm the accuracy of technical claims and details.

StarStarStarStar

Identify Logical Fallacies

StarStarStarStar

Journalists examine arguments and statements for logical fallacies that may indicate unsound or deceptive reasoning.

StarStarStarStar

Address Confirmation Bias

StarStarStarStar

Journalists are aware of their own confirmation biases and actively seek out information that challenges their preconceptions.

StarStarStarStar

Use Fact-Checking Websites

StarStarStarStar

Journalists utilize specialized fact-checking websites like Snopes, FactCheck.org or PolitiFact to confirm claims.

StarStarStarStar

Language and Terminology Checks

StarStarStarStar

Journalists ensure the precise and appropriate use of language and terminology, especially in specialized fields.

StarStarStarStar

Check Against Original Documents

StarStarStarStar

Journalists review original documents or reports to verify the veracity of the claims made by sources.

StarStarStarStar

Geolocation Verification

StarStarStarStar

Journalists use tools to verify the claimed location of images, videos, or events to ensure they match the story.

StarStarStarStar

Account for Bias

StarStarStarStar

Journalists assess the potential biases in the reporting and sourcing of information to present a balanced view.

StarStarStarStar

Reverse Image Search

StarStarStarStar

Journalists use reverse image search tools to trace the origins of an image and verify its authenticity.

StarStarStarStar

Check for Audio Authenticity

StarStarStarStar

Journalists analyze audio recordings to detect edits, voice modifications, or any signs of manipulation.

StarStarStarStar

Date Verification

StarStarStarStar

Journalists ensure that dates and timelines mentioned in the sources are accurate and consistent.

StarStarStarStar

Confirm Event Details

StarStarStarStar

Journalists verify the when, where, and what of events by cross-referencing multiple sources.

StarStarStarStar

Identify Misleading Headlines

StarStarStarStar

Journalists review the article content to ensure headlines accurately reflect the body's information and don't mislead readers.

StarStarStarStar

Verify Source Credibility

StarStarStarStar

Journalists evaluate the source's expertise, reputation, and potential biases before trusting their information.

StarStarStarStar

Verify Quotes

StarStarStarStar

Journalists ensure that quotes attributed to individuals are accurate and taken in the correct context.

StarStarStarStar

Currency of Information

StarStarStarStar

Journalists check if the information is current, relevant, and has not been superseded by more recent data.

StarStarStarStar

Review the Methodology of Studies and Polls

StarStarStarStar

Journalists scrutinize how a study or poll was conducted to assess its credibility and relevance.

StarStarStarStar

Cross-Reference Information

StarStarStarStar

Journalists look for multiple sources to confirm the same fact to ensure accuracy and reliability.

StarStarStarStar

Evaluate Statistical Claims

StarStarStarStar

Journalists analyze the data underlying statistical claims to determine their validity and relevance.

StarStarStarStar

Technical Verification

StarStarStarStar

Journalists use technical tools to check the specifics of technical information, codes, or processes reported.

StarStarStarStar

Verify News Sources

StarStarStarStar

Journalists authenticate the originality of news sources and avoid circular reporting where news outlets cite one another without independent verification.

Know
0
Still learning
Click to flip
Know
0
Logo

© Hypatia.Tech. 2024 All rights reserved.