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Beyond basic fact-checking

Fact-checking is a complex, evidence-based process which goes beyond simple verification, demanding critical thinking and contextual analysis.

Journalism and activism

Can a journalist also be an activist for a cause without compromising the core editorial values of journalism?

Dealing with algorithmic bias in news

Journalists need to be trained in how to recognise and deal with algorithm bias in order to counter the speed and scale at which biased content spreads.

How to spot errors in your writing

Most journalists need a second pair of eyes to check through their copy in order to spot any factual, grammatical or spelling mistakes.

How to make a documentary

A free step-by-step guide for journalists who want to learn how to make documentaries.

The essential role of journalism

Journalism isn’t just reporting, it’s witnessing history, challenging power, amplifying unheard voices, and making sense of a chaotic world.

The glossary of Information disorder

The following information disorder glossary is designed to help journalists understand the most common terms used.

Handling story leaks and tip-offs

A critical factor for journalists when handling and disseminating leaked material is the need to take account of the motives of the leaker.

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Lesson: The questions every journalist should ask

This lesson plan teaches students about the six essential questions - What? Why? When? How? Where? and Who?

Planning a journalistic collaboration

Here we look at the practical steps needed in setting up an editorial collaboration with another news organisation or other information source. In the previous article we looked at what is ‘Collaborative journalism’. In this article we look at how to do it.

Lesson: How to develop a story

This lesson plan is designed to teach students how to find and assess important news angles for a breaking news story.