BE SURE with Fake News

Spot fake news and scams online with NLB's free S.U.R.E. workshop for students. Learn to assess online sources and apply key steps to identify misinformation.

Last updated 20 May 2026

Be S.U.R.E. with Fake News

This workshop aims to equip students with information literacy skills in the digital age. By leveraging on NLB’s S.U.R.E. (Source, Understand, Research, Evaluate) steps, students will learn how to become more proficient in discerning online information and media sources, ranging from fake news to scams.

Details

This workshop can be conducted either physically or digitally. Participants are recommended to have their smartphones or PLDs as they will be engaged with activities conducted via the Kahoot! platform.

Learning Objectives

Students will learn about the characteristics and prevalence of misinformation, recognise tell-tale signs of misinformation and scams, and apply the S.U.R.E. steps when coming across suspicious content.

Target Audience: Primary 5 - 6 students, Secondary 1 - 4/5 students

Runtime: All year round

Fee: Complimentary

Modality: In-person, Virtual

Duration of Session: 1 hour

Website: https://sure.nlb.gov.sg

Mode of Registration: By email

Capacity: Minimum 200 pax

Relevant Commemorative Days: Total Defence Day

Due Date for registration: By email (1 month in advance)

Contact: sure@nlb.gov.sg

A speaker presents on stage to a large group of students in blue uniforms seated on a school hall floor.

Kahoot! is used to engage the students and test their knowledge throughout the workshop. (Credit: CHIJ St Joseph’s Convent, 2023)

A video call grid showing multiple classrooms and individuals, many wearing face masks, in various indoor settings.

The workshop is also available in digital format with interactive elements for students (Credit: SOTA, 2021)