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Fighting Misinformation in Public Health

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Price

$49

About This Course

This introductory course examines the foundations of health misinformation and disinformation and how they affect public health. Learners explore the distinction between public and individual health, key drivers of misinformation, and common psychological influences such as confirmation bias and the illusory truth effect. The course introduces core concepts, red flags, and scientific literacy fundamentals, including peer review, retractions, and how vaccines work, to help learners build a strong public health literacy toolkit. This course is part of the "Fighting Misinformation in Public Health" certificate program offered by the University of Alberta Continuing Education. For more information, visit this page: https://coned.ualberta.ca/public/category/courseCategoryCertificateProfile.do?method=load&certificateId=22473053

Instructor

University of Alberta

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Fighting Misinformation in Public Health cost?

Fighting Misinformation in Public Health costs $49. Check the course page for current pricing and available discounts.

Who teaches Fighting Misinformation in Public Health?

Fighting Misinformation in Public Health is taught by University of Alberta, University of Alberta.

What skill level is Fighting Misinformation in Public Health for?

This course is designed for beginner learners.