Finland Combats Fake News

In Finland, educators are turning the tide against misinformation by teaching media literacy to children starting as young as three, making critical thinking and the ability to recognize false information a core part of the national curriculum. This long-standing approach equips young people with skills to analyze different types of media and spot disinformation long before they grow up, and now schools are also introducing artificial intelligence literacy to help students understand and identify AI-generated content as technology advances. Teachers guide students through activities that build confidence in evaluating news and media, while national initiatives and educational resources support learning at all ages. Finland’s emphasis on media and AI literacy not only prepares children to navigate an increasingly complex information environment but also reflects the country’s broader commitment to protecting democratic engagement and resilience against propaganda and fake news.

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