EDUC10061 Counteracting the Age of Misinformation

University of Melbourne · Level 1 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is EDUC10061 hard?

EDUC10061: Easier. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: No final exam, First-year subject. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

How to read data, statistics and science claims, spot misinformation and AI bias, and plan a data-informed community project.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Quizzes 20%, Projects 30%, Assignments 50%

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Quick answers

When is EDUC10061 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking EDUC10061?
No prerequisites.
Does EDUC10061 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Quizzes 20%, Projects 30%, Assignments 50%.
How many class hours a week does EDUC10061 have?
3 h a week in class
Can I take EDUC10061 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music.
Can I rate EDUC10061?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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