Bioneers 2025 Conference

Misinformation, “Truthiness,” and Critical Thinking: Seeing Through the Madness by Enhancing Media Literacy for All 

One of the most disconcerting trends in modern political discourse is the increasing feeling that there is no “shared reality” between opposing sides on many issues. In a world facing so many wicked problems simultaneously, the growing inability to collectively discern fact from fiction may represent the single greatest challenge we face. In many ways, our collective critical thinking skills have become more essential than ever to the success of every single movement, from climate action to social justice to human and environmental health. Now consider the monumental task teachers face, educating the next generation who are coming of age in this hall of mirrors moment. Join leading experts to discuss solutions and approaches to educating students and the general public regarding the current state of misinformation and “truthiness” in the rapidly shifting and expanding media environments we all inhabit. Hosted by longtime journalist and media critic Andrew Revkin in conversation with one of the world’s leading authorities on digital and media literacy education, founder of the Media Education Lab: Renee Hobbs.

March 28th | 4:45 pm to 6:00 pm

Panelists


Renee Hobbs
Researcher and Advocate for Media Literacy ducation
Andrew Revkin
Environmental Journalist and Webcast Host
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