Media Literacy should be made a
part of the curriculum so that students may be enabled to quickly analyze and
differentiate fake news versus truth. There is a need of critical assessment
rather than putting a ban of Media.
It is pertinent to note that the situation
becomes worsen when the fake news published by fake media is confirmed by
credible media platforms. There are many reasons why credible media platforms
do this. For instance, pressure of 24/7 news cycle, lack of ongoing
professional training, resource constraints etc.
The problem does not only lie
with the fake news but the original news which is distorted to present a
specific narrative. Therefore, it is critical to promote technical skills for
instance working of online algorithms and digital skills etc.
There are different media
platforms like whatsapp, google and twitter who have taken the responsibility
of training people. However, it is also important to scrutinize the agendas of
these platforms as well.
Experts assert that the technical
skills imparted to individuals shall make them more suspicious about every news
on media. It shall reduce the level of trust among people in their
institutions. The probability of inclination towards the other options shall
increase.
Therefore, the key to handle this
situation is to strike a balance and not to overpower people. People should be
empowered so they could make their decisions sensibly.
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