What will you learn in this Fact-Checking Kickstarter?

• How to do lateral reading and think like a fact-checker which will be instructed by HR Venkatesh, Director-Training, BOOM.
• In this program, you will learn how to be media literate. 
• How to fact-check images, videos and text that you receive on WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter and other social media platforms using online fact-checking tools and your observational skills. This course will be conducted by Divya Chandra, Fact-Checker, BOOM.
• You will be guided about how to fact-check claims using data and numbers. Also, how to show facts using data visualisations and will be instructed by Mohammed Kudrati, Senior Correspondent-Data & Finance, BOOM.
• Every time a public figure makes a statement that may seem unbelievable or odd, you should always ask yourself if it’s a claim or a fact.
• In this interactive program, you will learn how to fact-check public figures using credible and official information. This course will be conducted by Isha Bajpai, Assistant Editor, FactChecker.

How will this Fact-Checking Kickstarter help you?

• You will feel empowered to deal with the information problem and overload. 
• It will help you in tackling misinformation on social media.
• It will help you reach others in your family and friend circles who will see you as a trustworthy and credible source.
• You will be better informed as your opinions are formed on the basis of the information that you consume. 

Who is the Fact-Checking Kickstarter for?

• The course is for teenagers, adults and senior citizens. Essentially for every citizen! 
• Media students and budding journalists can benefit from this course.
• It will be helpful for content writers, researchers and admins of various groups.