Detective News Investigation
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Detective News Investigation
🔍 Part 1: Detective Skills - Spotting Credible Sources
📰 Part 2: News Detective Checklist
Use this checklist to investigate any news story:
WHO: Who is the _________ of this article? Do they have expertise in this topic?
WHEN: When was this published? Is the information _________ and up-to-date?
WHERE: What _________ or organisation published this? Are they trustworthy?
WHAT: What _________ supports the claims made? Are there quotes from experts?
WHY: What is the _________ of this article? Is it trying to inform, persuade, or entertain?
🎯 Part 3: Detective Mission - Your Investigation
Story Title: _________________________________
My Detective Role: _________________________________
Is this story CREDIBLE or FAKE? (Circle one): CREDIBLE / FAKE
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