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DIBRUGARH: The Centre for Studies in Journalism and Mass Communication (CSJMC), Dibrugarh University hosted an online fact-checking workshop conducted by Bharat Nayak, founding editor of The Logical Indian and Head of the Fact Checking Division, Wednesday at Indira Miri Conference Hall, Dibrugarh University.
The workshop was aimed at promoting media literacy and critical thinking among journalists, students, and the general public. The workshop was attended participants from media backgrounds, including journalism students, academicians, and members of other departments/centres of Dibrugarh University.
In the event, Bharat Nayak, Google News Initiative Trainer, shared his knowledge and experience with the attendees online and taught the media students on how to verify media information. Nayak emphasized the importance of fact-checking in today’s digital age and the impact of misinformation on society.
He said, “Since fake news affects people and many of them are completely unaware of fact checking, I realized that mainstream media or journalists should receive training in fact checking techniques and become familiar with it. Understanding the various tools available for fact checking as well as how to verify a video, image, or message received via social media is crucial.”
The workshop included presentations and interactive sessions on various aspects of fact-checking, such as identifying reliable sources, verifying information, and detecting fake news. The participants had the opportunity to learn from the expert and engage in discussions and practical exercises to enhance their skills.
The organizers of the event expressed their satisfaction with the success of the workshop. Prof PK Gogoi, chairperson of CSJMC, said, “This online workshop conducted by Google certified trainer Bharat Nayak and organized by CSJMC, is a great learning opportunity for the students.”
Samagnee Baruah, Assistant Professor CSJMC, Dibrugarh University said, “With billions of web portals providing information on almost every conceivable topic, fake news or information is very likely in today’s date. Bharat Nayak practically explained to the students on how to differentiate fake vs fact through visual verification, further helping them in improving their professional skills and knowledge.”
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