MODULE 1

TITLE

How to Master the Art of Identifying Reliable Health Information and Sources

Proposed by Creative Station, Serbia

Duration 15 min

Topics

1. Understanding Credible Sources

2. Assessing Source Reliability

3. Recognizing Red Flags

Key terms

Credibility, Peer-Reviewed, Bias, Fact-checking, Misinformation

Intro

In today's digital age, distinguishing between reliable and unreliable health information is crucial. This module, "How to Identify Reliable Health Information and Sources," empowers participants to critically evaluate online health content, recognize credible sources, and avoid misinformation. By learning key skills in media literacy and digital evaluation, participants can navigate the vast amount of health information available, make informed decisions, and improve their overall health literacy. This foundational module sets the stage for more advanced topics in health information management and digital literacy.

Resources for educators used: 

Learning games, projector, laptop, electronic board, applications (Mentimeter, Quizlet, polleverywhere), interactive online platforms, fact-checking tools, digital literacy guides, credible health databases, case studies, and educational videos.

Methods of educating 

individual, in pair and team activities

RESOURCES

ACSQHC. (2021, September 20). How to find good health information online [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-eWF6Gxo2bY

Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. (2021, December 10). How to find good quality health information on the Internet [Video file]. Retrieved from How to find good quality health information on the Internet

NewsGuard - transparent reliability ratings for news and information sources. (2024, July 23). Retrieved from https://www.newsguardtech.com/

(3) (PDF) Public health and online Misinformation: Challenges and recommendations. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.researchgate.net/publication/338155994_Public_Health_and_Online_Misinformation_Challenges_and_Recommendations

Snopes.com. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.snopes.com/