Interactive learning module "disinformation"

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When artificial intelligence is used to produce false information on purpose

Applications based on AI are tools for expressing our creative ideas which makes them beneficial. As many of these tools are now easily accessible and simple to handle, they are often misused to create false or falsified information.

In the learning module, we clarify which technologies are currently being used, what role generative AIs play and how we can meet the new challenges in order to take competent action against disinformation.

Overview of the offer

Topic: Disinformation in the age of AI
Target group: Adults accompanying children (9-16 years) such as parents, teachers, educational professionals
Duration: 23:33 min
Format: Interactive educational video in H5P

The learning module not only contains a video, but is also supplemented by various brief interactive knowledge checks to prepare you for the specific issue and support your learning progress. Further in-depth information, interviews with experts and teaching materials can be found in our feature on disinformation.

Generative AI refers to the technologies used to create new content with the help of AI. This can be text, images, music, art and videos.

The results of AI applications are now so realistic that it is becoming increasingly difficult to tell whether they are real or artificial creations.

Generative AI harbors the risk of misuse and can be deliberately used to circulate disinformation in the form of deepfakes and the like.

Be vigilant against disinformation and always question information critically. Always compare several sources as soon as information seems suspicious to you.

2024: Important elections are coming up worldwide, but the spread of disinformation via digital channels is increasing. Strengthening media literacy is crucial in times of fake news and populist movements to protect democracy and support young people. Disinformation in times of AI

Disinformation, reinforced by artificial intelligence, is difficult to recognize and spreads rapidly via social media and messenger services. For better orientation and to be able to support young people effectively, you can find out more about the strategies here. Fake News – Strategies of Disinformation

Infographic: Mechanisms of disinformation

Interview with CORRECTIV Salon5

Project idea: Framing