Spodlight on THUAS Research – Misinformation and Disinformation, and How to Protect Yourself
15 July 2025
At The Hague University of Applied Sciences, we tackle pressing societal issues through practice-based research. From digital safety to inclusive education and innovation in learning.
In our podcast series Spodlight on THUAS Research, our researchers share insights from the innovative work they do and the impact it creates.
This episode focuses on a topic that is more relevant than ever: misinformation and disinformation. How can you recognize it? And how can you protect yourself against the spread of false and misleading information present everywhere today, from social media to political speeches?
Student researcher Joshua Levine (from the Student-led Research Unit) and Senior Lecturer in Law Asier Garrido Muñoz explain how false information spreads, why it is so persuasive, and the role that individuals, educators, and policymakers can play in building resilience against misinformation.
With a real-life example of fake news and practical tips for identifying deceptive content, this episode is a valuable guide for students, professionals, and anyone who wants to sharpen their ability to separate fact from fiction.
This episode is part of ongoing research within the Centre of Expertise Global and Inclusive Learning, and the Jean Monnet Module EULawvsDisinfo, supported by the Erasmus+ Programme. Within this module, students explore European public law and the impact of disinformation.
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This episode is entirely in English.