Types of Bias
Logic and Reasoning
Language & Impact
Source & Attribution
100

Vague, dramatic language that clouds a reader's view and prevents a precise understanding of events.

What is spin

100

Using falty reasoning to mis represent opinions or draw unjustified conclusions.

What is flawed logic?


100

Using politically loaded words that relfect an outlet's ideology.

What is word choice?

100

Failing to provide context or sources for information, making statements less reliable.

What is omission of source attribution?

200

Claims made without evidence, appearing as facts but lacking support.

What are unsubstantiated claims?

200

Choosing not to cover certain stories or omitting information that supports other viewpoints.

What is bias by omission?

200

Presenting information that evokes strong emotions rather than factual accuracy.

What is emotionalism?

200

Revealing bias through the selection of stories covered and their placement

What is bias by story choice?
300

Subjective statements presented as objective facts

What are opinion statements?
300

Telling only part of a story by cherry-picking information to support one side.

What is slant?

300

Language that is exagerated or sensational to draw attention.

What is dramatic Language?
300

Using adjectives that suggest how readers should interpret issues instead of presenting facts.

What are subjective qualifying adjectives?
400

Presenting information in a shocking manner that prioritizes drama over accuracy.

What is sensationalism/emotionalism?

400

Assuming to know what others think, projecting one's worldview onto them.

What is mind reading?

400

Words that carry strong emotional implications to influence readers.

What are loaded words?

400

Using images to shape perceptions about a person or event.

What is photo bias?

500

Attaching a person's character rather than addressing their argument.

What is mudslinging/Ad Hominem?

500

Emphasizing negative news and framing events in a negative light.

What is negativity bias?

500

Using bias to harm someone's reputation through unfair statements.

What is reputation damage?

500

Favoring perspectives from prestigious institutions verses everyday people.

What is elite vs. populist bias?