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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to civic online reasoning to identify fake news on the internet. Education.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to develop revised curriculum frameworks for English Language Arts and History and Social Science that incorporate coursework on "civic online reasoning" - the ability to critically assess the credibility and quality of information found on the internet, including social media, through critical reading and analysis skills. The goal is to help students develop the skills necessary to identify and combat the spread of fake news on the internet.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2428 (on 04/17/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S211 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S211.pdf |
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