News Literacy Project

The Product Spot

A snapshot review of a useful product!


Also in Bulletin #42:
The Non-fiction Feature: The Creation of the Media by Paul Starr
The Memoir & Poetry Spot: Me and The Times by Robert Stock

The Pithy Take

The News Literacy Project, founded by a former journalist, is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that provides resources for the general public and educators to help them learn how to identify credible information. Its core belief is that news literacy is an essential life skill, especially because a free press is a cornerstone of democracy. It is an incredibly useful source, and most particularly needed in the age of incessant information.

They have an educator page, which includes an online learning platform, a free weekly newsletter, professional development opportunities, a variety of classroom materials and more. There are also tools for everyone, which includes an e-learning platform, an app, a new podcast, shareable tips, tools, quizzes and an annual news literacy event.