I. Understanding Fake News
1. What is fake news?
2. Why do you think fake news is created?
3. How can we tell if news is fake?
4. Have you ever seen fake news? What was it about?
5. How does fake news make you feel?
II. Effects of Fake News
6. How can fake news affect people’s opinions?
7. Can fake news change how people vote?
8. What are some real-life examples of fake news causing problems?
9. How does fake news affect trust in media?
10. Do you think fake news can lead to violence? Why or why not?
III. Identifying Fake News
11. What steps can you take to verify news?
12. How important is it to check the source of news?
13. Can social media be a source of fake news?
14. What role do fact-checkers play in fighting fake news?
15. How can education help reduce fake news?
IV. Personal Experiences with Fake News
16. Have you ever shared fake news by mistake?
17. How did you feel when you found out it was fake?
18. What do you do now when you see news that seems strange?
19. Do you talk to friends or family about fake news?
20. How can you help others recognize fake news?
V. Fake News and Society
21. How does fake news affect different communities?
22. Do you think fake news is more common in some countries?
23. How can governments help fight fake news?
24. What role do journalists have in preventing fake news?
25. How can we create a culture that values true information?
VI. Technology and Fake News
26. How does technology help spread fake news?
27. Can technology also help stop fake news?
28. What are some apps that help check news for truth?
29. How can social media companies reduce fake news?
30. What future technologies could help fight fake news?
VII. The Role of Education
31. How can schools teach students about fake news?
32. Should media literacy be a part of the school curriculum?
33. What skills do students need to identify fake news?
34. How can parents help their children understand fake news?
35. What resources are available for learning about fake news?
VIII. Future of Fake News
36. Do you think fake news will get better or worse in the future?
37. How will the fight against fake news change in the future?
38. What new challenges do you think we will face with fake news?
39. How can we prepare for future fake news situations?
40. What role will young people play in fighting fake news?
IX. Fake News in Different Cultures
41. How do different cultures view fake news?
42. Are there cultural differences in how news is reported?
43. How do people in your country react to fake news?
44. What are some common fake news topics in different cultures?
45. How can we learn from other cultures to fight fake news?
X. Personal Responsibility and Fake News
46. What is your personal responsibility when sharing news?
47. How can you encourage friends to check news before sharing?
48. Do you think everyone should be responsible for fighting fake news?
49. What can you do in your daily life to combat fake news?
50. How can you stay informed without falling for fake news?
XI. Fake News and Mental Health
51. How does fake news affect people’s mental health?
52. Do you think fake news can cause anxiety or fear?
53. How can we protect our mental health from fake news?
54. Have you ever felt overwhelmed by news? How did you cope?
55. How can discussing fake news help reduce its impact?
XII. Conclusion and Reflection
56. What have you learned about fake news from this discussion?
57. How can you apply what you’ve learned about fake news in your life?
58. What is one action you will take to fight fake news?
59. How can you encourage others to think critically about news?
60. Why is it important to keep discussing fake news?