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Verified Reading Group

2024-10-15 18:00:00 2024-10-15 19:00:00 America/Chicago Verified Reading Group True or False?: "I saw it on the Internet, so it must be true!" Answer: False! UWM Center for 21st Century Studies - C21

Tuesday, October 15
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-15 18:00:00 2024-10-15 19:00:00 America/Chicago Verified Reading Group True or False?: "I saw it on the Internet, so it must be true!" Answer: False! UWM Center for 21st Century Studies - C21

True or False?: "I saw it on the Internet, so it must be true!" Answer: False!

Location: UWM Center for 21st Century Studies 3243 N Downer Ave., Room C21.

Join MPL librarians for a small-group discussion of "Verified: How to Think Straight, Get Duped Less, and Make Better Decisions About What to Believe Online," by Mike Caulfield & Sam Wineburg. Learn how to identify red flags, get quick context and understand the strengths and drawbacks of information sources like Google and Wikipedia. Register to attend one of the five sessions and receive a free copy of the book (while supplies last).Don't think you'll have enough time to finish the book?  Register anyway, we're excited to have you join us. This is a great opportunity to delve into these critical topics, exchange ideas, and engage in thoughtful conversation. 

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Government & Civic Literacy | Book Club/Discussion |

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Venue details


UWM Center for 21st Century Studies 3243 N Downer Ave., Room C21.