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A well-informed citizenry: fact vs fiction in American media, then and now | Derek Black | TEDxUofSC

3,732 views · Published 6 December 2018 · 18:56 · Indexed 12 November 2026

Channel: TEDx Talks · 2018 · Nonprofits & Activism

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Modern technology practically gives us all the information in the world at our fingertips. But that’s a double-edged sword. How do we know what we’re looking at is the truth? Lawyer and professor Derek Black wants us to develop the skills and habits we need to separate fact from fiction. It’s essential to having an educated citizenry, which in turn is essential to the success of our democracy.  Derek Black is a law professor who focuses on education law and policy. He is an expert on the intersection of constitutional law and public education, particularly as it pertains to educational equality and fairness for disadvantaged students. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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