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The Shift from Identifying to Investigating

The Shift from Identifying to Investigating (pages 35-39), Chapter 3 Recap

Opening numerous tabs in a browser to fact check and seek additional information is called lateral reading. This is the next step in the evolution of online information evaluation.
The use of mobile devices requires an even more complex process—moving from app to app and conducting a browser search to find patterns. This may be referred to as "teleportation." This type of investigation is much more practical and authentic than those following mnemonic devices.

INFOhio maintains Open Space as a repository for quality instructional materials available for free on the internet. Check out these lessons and activities that support lateral searches and teleportation.

Hoaxes and Fakes, from Common Sense Media, for high school students explains the differences between lateral and vertical searching.
This infographic from News Literacy Project gives Eight tips to Google like a pro. This is important when drilling down into a social media post or news article's credibility. Browse all the instructional resources from News Literacy Project in Open Space.

Michelle Baldwin developed these "question types" that should be asked when considering online information.

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