Debunk It! Fake News Edition: How to Stay Sane in a World of Misinformation

by John Grant

Book Overview

We live in an era of misinformation, much of it spread by authority figures, including politicians, religious leaders, broadcasters, and, of course, apps and websites.

In this second edition, author John Grant uses ripped-from-the-headlines examples to clearly explain how to identify bad evidence and poor arguments. He also points out the rhetorical tricks people use when attempting to pull the wool over our eyes, and offers advice about...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1942186592
• ISBN13: 9781942186595
• Release Date: September 2019
• Publisher: Zest Books (Tm)
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.0" x 7.4"
• Age Range: 13 to 18 years
• Grade Range: Grade 8 to Postsecondary