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Debunk It!: How to Stay Sane in a World of Misinformation

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    EAN: 9781936976683 SKU: ZESTBOOKS- Categories: Science & Technology for Teens, Teen & Young Adult Anthropology, Teen & Young Adult Politics & Government, Teen & Young Adult Social Issues
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    We live in an era of misinformation, much of it spread by authority figures, including politicians, religious leaders, broadcasters, and, of course, apps and websites. With so much bogus information coming from so many sources, how can anyone be expected to discover the truth?
    In
    Debunk It, author John Grant uses modern, ripped-from-the-headlines examples to clearly explain how to identify bad evidence and poor arguments. He provides a roundup of the rhetorical tricks people use when attempting to pull the wool over our eyes, and even offers advice about how to take these unscrupulous pundits down.
    So if you’re tired of hearing blowhards spouting off about climate change, history, evolution, medicine, and more, this is the book for you.
    Debunk It is the ultimate guide for young readers seeking a firmer footing in a world that’s full of holes.

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    Gr 9 Up—This enlightening new title not only successfully debunks myths and commonly held beliefs—it’s an essential primer for encouraging critical thinking skills. Grant explains that individuals are constantly under siege from misinformation spread by bloggers, politicians, talking heads, pundits, and those who believe the lies and repeat them without questioning. He describes some of the dangers of disseminating misinformation; defines logical fallacies, such as ad hominem or straw man attacks; and gives a basic explanation of the scientific method. Once teens are armed with a healthy sense of skepticism, Grant moves on to tear apart some of what he considers to be the worst examples of misinformation: creationism, alternative medicine, the claim that vaccines lead to autism, and climate change denial, among others. Teen readers will appreciate Grant’s brutal honesty and snarky tone, as well as his liberal use of the term bullshit (to describe distorted or fabricated info). However, he never stoops to merely mocking those he believes to be spreading erroneous information, instead using logic and evidence to dismantle poor arguments piece by piece. Grant’s enthusiasm for his subject is infectious, and students and educators alike will appreciate both his style and substance. Pair this one with Paul Fleischman’s Eyes Wide Open: Going Behind the Environmental Headlines (Candlewick, 2014) for a lesson on questioning authority, recognizing bias, and vetting sources. VERDICT This can’t-miss title is great recreational reading for budding skeptics as well as an outstanding addition to units on science, current events, or debate. A must-have.—Mahnaz Dar, School Library Journal

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    John Grant has received two Hugo Awards, the World Fantasy Award, the Locus Award, and a number of other international literary awards. Under his real name, Paul Barnett, he earned a Chesley Award and an additional World Fantasy Award nomination.

    About the Author

    John Grant is author of about seventy books, including the highly successful Discarded Science, Corrupted Science, and Denying Science. He has received two Hugo Awards, the World Fantasy Award, the Locus Award, and a number of other international literary awards.

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    Manufacturer Zest Books ™ Brand Zest Books
    Author Grant, John NumberOfItems 1
    Item Weight 0.71 Pounds ItemDimensions 5 x 0.75 x 7.5Inches
    ReleaseDate 2015-01-01T00:00:01Z binding Paperback
    Amazon Category Books » Teen & Young Adult Books » Teen & Young Adult Social Issues Amazon Category Books » Teen & Young Adult Books » Teen & Young Adult Education & Reference » Science & Technology for Teens
    Amazon Category Books » Teen & Young Adult Books » Teen & Young Adult Education & Reference » Teen & Young Adult Social Science Books » Teen & Young Adult Anthropology Amazon Category Books » Teen & Young Adult Books » Teen & Young Adult Education & Reference » Teen & Young Adult Social Science Books » Teen & Young Adult Politics & Government
    EAN 9781936976683 ISBN 1936976684
    Weight 0.71 lbs

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