June 28, 2022, 9:30 am–4:45 pm
2022 University of Chicago Summer Institute for Educators:
The Global Rise of Disinformation in Times of Conflict
In these uncertain times, often made more fraught through the proliferation of misinformation and the purposeful deployment of disinformation, it is more important than ever to foster understanding of diverse perspectives both domestically and from across the globe. What are the differences between misinformation and disinformation? How do they each operate in conflict environments? The University of Chicago Educator Outreach Program, in partnership with the Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting, is excited to announce a four-part, educator professional development series The Global Rise of Disinformation in Times of Conflict.
In this series, teachers will engage with award-winning journalists and digital education resources to explore the relationship between disinformation, misinformation, and conflict environments across the globe.
Featuring a combination of journalist-led presentations and interactive activities, the June 28 workshop will also introduce methods for integrating global news and journalism skills into diverse curricula to reinforce students’ critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills. Participants will leave with the tools to incorporate new content into their classes, as well as connections to journalists working on pressing global issues.
Illinois-based educators are eligible to receive CPDU credits for attendance.
The 2022 Summer Institute for Educators: The Global Rise of Disinformation in Times of Conflict is co-sponsored by the Center for East Asian Studies, the Center for East European and Russian/Eurasian Studies, and the Center for Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Chicago, and presented in partnership with the Pulitzer Center. It is made possible through generous support from Title VI National Resource Center Grants from the U.S. Department of Education.
To regsiter for the virtual webinar series that will preceed this workshop please go to: https://uchicago.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qhJVROjBRVSwAvTFh2C0jg.