What are the four rules for refuting bullshit

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Video: Calling Bullshit 9.1: The Spreading of Fake News

Questions:

1. The natural ecology of fake news - name and explain two take away messages that the lecturer emphasizes (from a list of six).

2. Name two of the fact checking websites that the lecturers show or name. Visit one of those websites and pick a recent piece of FAKE news (something the website indicates is likely false or unproven), which has not been mentioned in any other part of this course. Describe it briefly and where it was found to have been reported as real (what social media site or other source)? (There may be several).

3. What is the "perfect storm" right now that is encouraging fake news? Explain briefly.

4. Judith Donath from MIT argues that when we post "news" on social media, why are we actually doing it?

5. Name 3 tips that are given (from a huge list) by the lecturers on what to watch out for regarding social media posts and websites that might make you suspicious about its legitimacy?

6. Finally, what are the four rules for refuting bullshit? Name and briefly explain.

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