Mastering Info Literacy to Protect Your Child from Online Falsehoods

Learn about the National Library Board’s S.U.R.E. programme that has been promoting the importance of information searching and discernment to Singaporeans.

S.U.R.E. stands for Source, Understand, Research, and Evaluate - four keywords to keep in mind when assessing the reliability of online information.

But what exactly does S.U.R.E. mean? Let’s break it down into four simple yet powerful concepts:

• Source: Start with the origin! Is the source trustworthy? Ensure the information comes from credible and reliable sources.
• Understand: What’s the story saying? Seek clarity and focus on facts over opinions. It’s all about questioning those personal biases!
• Research: Don’t stop at the first source! Dive deeper and explore multiple perspectives before concluding. Investigating thoroughly is key!
• Evaluate: Strike a balance! Exercise fair judgment. Remember, every story has at least two sides—look at it from different angles.

With the upgraded S.U.R.E. 2.0, you can explore tailored resources for school, work, and life. Equip your child with the skills to discern credible sources, understand content clearly, delve deeper into research, and evaluate information from multiple perspectives.

Learn about S.U.R.E. and guide your child to be a savvy navigator in today’s digital landscape!

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