Critical Thinking
Empowering Minds in the Era of Information Warfare
Critical thinking is essential for separating fact from fiction in today's digital landscape.
With the rapid spread of online manipulation tactics, including trolls, bots, sock puppets, and deliberate attempts to trigger emotions, it has become increasingly challenging to separate fact from fiction.
Critical thinking equips us with the cognitive tools to evaluate information critically, question sources, identify bias, make informed decisions, and avoid falling victim to the web of deception that fake news often weaves.
In an era where misinformation thrives, cultivating critical thinking skills is not just a choice but a necessity for safeguarding the truth.
A lie is halfway around the world when the truth’s putting its boots on
Fake News
I lecture on critical thinking, cognitive engineering, and the transformative tools that empower us to navigate our digital world.
How does online influence work? who operates behind the scenes? Uncover the local and foreign actors striving to manipulate us and delve into the persuasion techniques that shape our opinions.
All these and more in a lecture on critical thinking, cognitive engineering and the tools that make change -
Democracy is more than two wolves and a lamb voting on what to have for lunch
Deep Fake
Deepfake technology has revolutionized the way we perceive reality
By using artificial intelligence and machine learning, deepfakes can seamlessly swap faces and voices, creating convincing yet entirely fabricated videos and audio recordings.
While this innovation has potential in various fields, it also raises serious concerns about the manipulation of information and the erosion of truth. Deepfakes can be weaponized for malicious purposes, such as spreading disinformation, blackmail, or impersonation. These deceptive abilities can sow confusion and have serious consequences for individuals, organizations, and societies.
Understanding the implications of deepfakes is crucial in our quest to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of our digital world.
