The Pandemic Infodemic
Fighting fake information during COVID19
About this site
The importance of debunking fake information has never been more prevalent.
As the COVID19 pandemic worsens, so does the spread of mis- and disinformation. When I embarked on this project, COVID 19 was still confined to mainly China and Hong Kong. But the outbreak eventually became a pandemic, I realised the task of debunking COVID19 fakes is beyond the scope of what I can cope.
This project therefore aims to cite some examples of the damage fake information can cause how we can learn to fight the uphill battle of fake information. I am also introducing basic fact-checking tips, skills and resources for the general public to encourage more people to strengthen their critical thinking skills and tell what’s real or fake.
I hope I can, in some way, trigger my audience to think before sharing information. Or at least know how to check information before sharing them.
How well do you understand misinformation?
Learn more through interactive quizzes, educational articles and short video clips
All Videos
All Videos
Using Google maps to verify photos
Simple reverse image search
Easy ways to verify video
Contact Me
Rachel Yeo, International Journalism student, Hong Kong Baptist University
