Free Online Course
Learn the skills needed to navigate a complex online world.
CTRL-F: Find the Facts is a free self-paced course that teaches the skills needed to navigate a complex online world. By focusing on core research skills that emphasize establishing context and fact-checking, the CTRL-F program provides learners with evidence-based tools that can be used to evaluate any information online. It takes approximately 3 hours to complete.
Course Highlights
• Learn more about current media research and trends around misinformation and disinformation
• Benefit from expert-led instructional videos
• Practise your skills with current examples and walkthroughs
• Apply your knowledge to content generated by chatbots and other AI programs
• Earn a certificate of completion to show off your skills
Community Learning
The CTRL-F: Find the Facts community learning platform is where anyone can go to learn the CTRL-F skills, no registration required. Created with lifelong learners in mind, this website contains all of the program videos as well as online practice examples. It can be used independently or for community learning sessions.
If you’re engaging K-12 learners consider using our student-facing site.
Deliver a CTRL-F Workshop in Your Community
If you’d like to teach digital media literacy skills in your workplace or community please fill out the form below to let us know about your audience and goals. We can provide you with a slide deck and guidance to make your CTRL-F session a success.