News Literacy Project: Productive Conversations & Avoiding Election Misinformation

This spring, Vineyard Haven Library and other CLAMS libraries have partnered with the News Literacy Project to present two Cape & Islands virtual community discussions on Zoom.

The News Literacy Project is a nonpartisan education nonprofit, is building a national movement to advance the practice of news literacy throughout American society, creating better informed, more engaged and more empowered individuals— and ultimately a stronger democracy.

Productive Conversations Without Confrontation
5:30 PM Thursday Apr 25th on Zoom REGISTER

When was the last time you had a conversation about current events with someone who holds an opposing view? If that experience left you feeling frustrated and shut down, join this virtual Cape & Islands discussion with the News Literacy Project to learn tools for speaking about current events and listening across divides. In today’s divided political climate it can feel impossible to hold civil conversations about current events – especially when misinformation and conspiracy theories abound. However, learning a few news literacy skills can help you keep conversations grounded in fact while maintaining the civility that is essential in a thriving democracy.

Avoiding Election Misinformation with Mindy Todd
5:30 PM  Thursday May 23rd on Zoom REGISTER

Finding high quality, trustworthy information can feel overwhelming in today’s noisy media environment, particularly during election season. Luckily, there are tried and true news literacy techniques that anyone can learn to find credible information about candidates, issues, and electoral processes. Join this virtual discussion with the News Literacy Project and WCAI’s The Point host Mindy Todd to find out how you can stay informed with accurate, reliable information this election season. Learn how to access trustworthy news and avoid election misinformation traps.

Mindy Todd is the host and producer of The Point on WCAI radio, a show that examines critical issues for the Cape, Islands, and South Coast Massachusetts. She brings more than 40 years of experience in radio and television to her role as host and Managing Director of Editorial. As the featured guest of this discussion, she will speak to the importance of high quality local news and robust regional reporting in accessing quality election information.