Get oriented in the information jungle

In today's overcrowded online world, it's hard to find the right information. How to deal with it?

Managing the amount of information that surrounds us is crucial for young people. By learning how to effectively search for and evaluate content, you will gain an advantage in school and everyday life. You will discover strategies that will help you distinguish true information from false, and you will learn how to critically assess sources. Enter the world of digital literacy and become a master of the information that will propel you forward!

Interested in this topic? Read more: 13 – 15 years: Working with information and digital literacy Want to find out where you stand personally? Take a short test at the end of the page and gain a better understanding.

Description:
In this blog, we will look at how to improve your skills in working with information and developing digital literacy. We will go through useful tips and tools that will help you search for, evaluate, and process information more effectively in the online world.

Language tone:
We write clearly and engagingly to capture the interest of young readers and motivate them to actively use digital resources. Our goal is to simplify the complexities of the digital world through straightforward and practical advice.

Target audience:
This blog is intended for students aged 13 to 15 who want to learn how to work effectively with information and acquire important skills for the modern digital world. The aim is to help them become more informed and critical users of technology.

Imagine that you find a shocking news article on the internet claiming that the school system will change tomorrow. How do you react?

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I will send it to my friends immediately and watch their reactions. First, I will verify the sources and find out if it's true. If it's interesting, I might make a short video or meme about it. I don't pay attention to it until someone trustworthy confirms it. I will immediately start asking teachers or parents if they know anything about it.

You have to create a presentation on a topic that doesn't interest you very much. How will you approach it?

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I will use the first information I find to get it done quickly. I will try to find something interesting even on a boring topic, maybe a video or a story. I will create a creative design and interesting effects to make it at least look good. I will consult with someone who understands this in order to gather good materials. I will try to use AI or other digital tools that can help me.

A video is circulating on social media that shows something unusual and controversial. What will you do?

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I'll give it a like or a comment so I can keep track of what others think about it. First, I will verify if it is genuine before I share it or comment on it. I am mainly interested in who shared it and what kind of reactions it has received. I will look at the opinions of several people and try to make my own judgment. I ignore it, I don't have time to deal with every internet controversy.

When you search for information on the internet, how do you proceed?

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I'll write the first thing that comes to my mind and click on the first link. I use multiple sources and compare them to verify the facts. I prefer to watch videos or infographics because texts are boring. If I find something interesting, I'll save it just in case I need it later. If I don't find it quickly, I would rather ask someone who already knows.

You will receive an email claiming that you have won a new phone. What will you do?

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Great! I will click on the link and fill out what is needed. I will check the sender's address and the authenticity of the email. I will send it to someone who understands it to see if it’s a scam. I'll delete it, I know that such things are usually a scam. I might open it out of curiosity, but I won’t fill anything in there.

What is your relationship with artificial intelligence (AI)?

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I use it for all sorts of things, it's a great tool. Sometimes I use it, but I try not to cross the boundaries. I'm curious, but I'm a bit afraid that it will take control one day. I don't use it much; I prefer to do things myself. I perceive her more as a threat than as help.

How do you protect your privacy online?

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I don't worry about it much, I have nothing to hide. I use strong passwords and two-factor authentication. I am careful about what I share, but I don't think I am in danger. I have special applications and extensions for privacy protection. I always try to use incognito mode or a VPN.

Imagine you have the opportunity to create your own app. What would it be?

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A gaming application, because games are fun and popular. Something practical that will make life easier for people. An application for creating memes or humorous content. An educational app that would help with learning. Something secret or experimental, only for selected individuals.

How do you cope with digital stress?

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I don't have a problem; I'm more interested in technology. When something overwhelms me, I turn off the internet and do something else. I use time tracking apps to avoid overdoing it. I'm looking for tips on how to organize my time in the online world. Sometimes technology really frustrates me, but I can't avoid it.

If you had the chance to change one thing about the internet, what would it be?

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Cancel all advertisements because they are annoying. Improve security to reduce the number of fraudsters and hackers. Make the internet faster and more accessible for everyone. Reduce the number of toxic comments and hate speech. Add more creative options, such as real-time content editing.

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