A recent study led by Dr. Justin Martin reveals that while many young people rely on trusted news sources like CNN and The Associated Press during major events, only a small fraction regularly uses news apps. With 30% of 11- to 13-year-olds reporting they never use news apps, concern grows over news avoidance, with half of the surveyed youth admitting to steering clear of news. Nonetheless, some demonstrate strong awareness of misinformation, indicating that initiatives like Poynter's MediaWise are essential for enhancing media literacy among younger audiences.
Despite low usage of news apps, many kids show a strong awareness of misinformation, highlighting a critical need for media literacy education.
Half of the young respondents reported avoiding news 'sometimes' or 'often', indicating a broader issue with engagement and understanding current events.
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