Conspiracy Theories - Lessons in Digital Literacy

In this lesson, students try to understand the nature of conspiracy theories, how they evolve and how to debunk them. They also look at how to talk to people about them in a non-confrontational way.

Aims:

• To develop students’ knowledge and ability to talk about and understand the nature of conspiracy theories.

Level:

• Intermediate + (B1- C2)

Tools:

• Note pad: https://cryptpad.fr/pad/
• Whiteboard: https://cryptpad.fr/pad/

Materials:

• Teachers' Guide - PDF
• Digital presentation: Demonstration copy
• Infographic - Conspiracy Theories: https://bit.ly/3n30QxV