Learn about media manipulation and bias

[Sat 3/21, 3-5pm at T!C Studio] Do you ever scroll past a news article on Chinese social media, or get a link from your family group chat and think, wait, for real? Come hang at our free interactive workshop on media literacy, hosted by Civic News Compass at Think!Chinatown's Studio. We'll be breaking down misinformation, half truths, and dramatic headlines in the Chinese-language local news media landscape. The workshop will be ran in English with Mandarin and Cantonese language support. Bring someone you think would benefit from this workshop, or come to gain confidence to discuss Chinese-language local news to your family. 🎟️ Free, w/ tea + snacks included. 15 people max, please RSVP below!

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A few pointers from our friends at Civic News Compass on Emotional Manipulation in the News: Emotional manipulation is when headlines use strong emotional language to spark reactions, including fear or outrage. Emotional reactions are lightning fast. If a post makes your blood boil immediately, it’s probably intentional. When emotions are triggered, we’re more likely to click or share before verifying. Find out more at the workshop!