Propaganda: Recognizing Persuasion

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There's always more than one side to the story.

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Propaganda persuades or manipulates rather than informs. Posters, films, and broadcasts have all served as propaganda. Recognizing its techniques builds critical thinking.

Key facts

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1Secondary sources interpret the past.
2Bias can affect any source.
3Citing sources gives credit.

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History isn't really 'history' — it shapes today, every day.

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Why is it important to compare multiple sources?

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What is bias in a source?

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