How to spot misinformation | Democracy today | US government and civics | Khan Academy

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Misinformation spreads fast online—emotional or surprising posts get attention before anyone checks if they're true, and algorithms reinforce whatever people already click on. This video covers a quick process for evaluating claims: who made it, what evidence backs it up, and what other reliable sources say. It also covers habits like reading past the headline, checking for missing context, and watching for posts designed to provoke anger or fear.

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