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Media literacy tips promoting reliable news improve discernment and enhance trust in traditional media
S. Altay, A. D. Angelis, et al.
What if media literacy didn't only teach skepticism but also encouraged trust? A large pre-registered experiment shows that tips promoting trust, skepticism, or both can boost accurate sharing and curb false news—especially when truth is common. Research conducted by Sacha Altay, Andrea De Angelis, and Emma Hoes. Listen to learn which tips work best under realistic news mixes and why balancing trust and doubt matters.
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