Facts vs Opinions - Explained by Common Craft - INDV

Every day, we see both facts and opinions in the media, education, and more. Being able to tell them apart is an important and powerful skill. Using multiple examples, this video explains the difference between facts and opinions and how to use that information to your advantage. It teaches:

• How to recognize factual statements

• How to recognize statements of opinion

• Why factual statements can be true or false

• How to verify the accuracy of factual statements

• Why understanding facts and opinions matter in evaluating media

Video Info:

• Duration: 03m 01s

• Captions Available: YES

• Lesson Plan: YES

• Category: Study Skills

• ISTE Standard: Knowledge Constructor, Indicator 3B

• ACRL Info Literacy Frame: Authority Is Constructed and Contextual