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Fight Fake News with Britannica Classroom Materials

Tuesday, February 8, 2022

BadgerLink resource, Britannica School offers encyclopedia articles with images, maps, games, and other learning materials for all grade levels. Britannica also offers resources and tools to fight fake news and educate students on media literacy. In Britannica's Resource Library you will find free, printable, classroom materials including a graphic organizer for evaluating resources, Fight the Fake Infographic, scavenger hunts for elementary and secondary students, and several white papers and strategy cards relating to teaching and learning with digital resources. Check them out today!

Fight the Fake Info graphic from Britannica with 5 Fact-checking tips Fight the Fake Infographic

Want more ideas and help with incorporating Britannica School into the classroom?

Check out a webinar training session provided by Britannica Education Consultant, Chris Heintz specifically to BadgerLink users on February 23, 2022 at noon and 3:30 PM. The session will cover incorporating Britannica School digital content into your classroom or media center.

Attendees will learn about special features, including:

  • Informational text and content in various formats
  • Creating a new user account to collect, organize, and share favorite content
  • Expanded video and media content, including a video download feature
  • Creating standards-aligned lesson plans with the lesson plan builder

Registration links: