SOCSCI 2N03 - Conspiracy Theories, Fake News and Critical Investigation

3 unit(s)

An interdisciplinary examination through the lens of the Social Sciences of the role of hoaxes, myths, urban legends, and health scares in our contemporary social media landscape. Focuses on the development of the critical thinking and digital literacy skills needed to evaluate journalistic, academic and alternative media sources.
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level II or above or permission of the department
Three Hours; one term