Desinformación, propaganda política y comunicación comercial fraudulenta: amenazas Fake (Disinformation, Political Propaganda and Fraudulent Commercial Communication: Fake Threats)
lifelong learning
University of Alicante (Spain)
In Person
Martin Llaguno, Marta; González Díaz, Cristina; Baeza Devesa, Vicenta;
Español
Alicante
45
Martin Llaguno, Marta
Summary
In the digital era, information circulates at unprecedented speed, transforming how people consume and share content. This environment has also enabled the rapid spread of disinformation, political propaganda, and fraudulent commercial communication—serious threats to democratic life and consumer protection. The course examines how these phenomena are created and amplified, focusing on the production and dissemination of fake news, propaganda strategies that influence public opinion, and deceptive marketing practices that mislead audiences. By developing students’ analytical, critical, and ethical skills, the course equips them to identify, assess, and counter these threats, fostering informed and resilient citizenship in a transmedia, globalised context.
Description
Competencies: CG1. Right to information: economic, democratic and cultural relevance; CG2. Public communication processes: critical analysis of opinion formation in digital contexts; CT1. Critical thinking: assess evidence, arguments and persuasive strategies; CT2. Information literacy: search, select, verify and synthesise reliable sources; CT4. Ethical responsibility: reflect on and apply ethical principles in information use and dissemination; CE3. Disinformation strategies: identify forms, tactics and impacts on public opinion and society;
Faculty/institute/department: Permanent University
Target audience: Students aged over 50 and university community over 40.
Participants' obligations: Attendance and Active Participation.
Fee: €68
Open only to T4EU students
4
17 February 2026
23 April 2026
