Facts & Fakes 2

False information spreads incredibly quickly and uncontrollably on the Internet. Especially on social media, such posts are created, shared, forwarded, liked and commented on in a matter of seconds. It is very important that we are able to identify and debunk false information and not contribute to its spread by carelessly forwarding it.
In our game Facts & Fakes 2 you will learn step by step how to distinguish true from false information and a reliable from an unreliable source. You will become a professional at uncovering fake news and help your friends stop being deceived.
The game simulates a smartphone interface and the typical functionalities of well-known apps and websites. In the game you will learn to critically examine and evaluate not only texts, but also shared voice messages, images and videos. The robot Leo and your virtual friends Emily, Luca, Onur and Sophie will help you and accompany you through the game. Exciting cases on mathematical, scientific and computer science topics are waiting for you!


Facts & Fakes 2 is a game from the Deutsche Telekom Foundation. The digital learning game was developed as part of the Qapito! – Critically assess sources developed to give children and young people the skills to critically evaluate sources. Further information about the Qapito project! of the Deutsche Telekom Foundation can be found at www.telekom-stiftung.de/qapito.


Features:
◦ The simulation creates a realistic confrontation when uncovering fake news.
◦ Article texts can be read out.
◦ For special achievements you will receive trophies to collect.
◦ For solving the cases you will receive up to 3 stars, which you can exchange for fun facts.
◦ In the logbook you will find an overview of your current game progress.
◦ The robot Leo guides you through the game and gives you helpful tips for recognizing fake news.