Identifying Bias

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What is a fact?

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A true statement which can be verified with evidence.

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True or False: Everybody is biased in some way.

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True.

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What is Bias by Placement?

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It refers to where a story is placed in a newspaper/magazine or on a website.

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What is Bias by Selection of Sources?

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It occurs when only certain viewpoints are represented in a story, excluding others.

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What does it mean for a text to be Objective?

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It means the text contains NO bias.

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What is Bias by Omission?

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It occurs when important information is left out of a story.

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What is Bias by Spin?

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It refers to presenting information in a way that skews the interpretation.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact can be verified, while an opinion is a personal belief.

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How can Bias by Labeling affect a story?

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It can influence how readers perceive the subjects of the story based on the labels used.

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What is an example of Bias by Story Selection?

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Choosing to report on certain events while ignoring others that are equally important.