GED Social Studies

Comprehensive study of GED social studies covering fundamental concepts and advanced applications.

Foundations of U.S. GovernmentEconomic Basics and SystemsGeography and Human-Environment Interaction
Civil Rights and Social MovementsGovernment Policy and the EconomyInterpreting Historical Documents and Data
Voting and Civic ParticipationEvaluating News and MediaUnderstanding Taxes and Public Services
Reading for Key DetailsUsing Process of Elimination
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Practical Applications

Evaluating News and Media

Becoming a Smart Media Consumer

With so much information online, it’s important to know how to tell what’s true and what’s not.

Tips for Evaluating News

  • Check Sources: Is it from a trustworthy site?
  • Look for Bias: Does it seem one-sided or exaggerated?
  • Cross-Check: Find other articles on the same topic.

Why It Matters

Being media-savvy helps you make informed decisions and avoid falling for misinformation.

Examples

  • Comparing news stories from different websites about the same event.

  • Noticing clickbait headlines and checking if the story matches.

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Understanding Taxes and Public Services