Consumers Quote by Sue Gardner
“Everybodys saying, be skeptical of Wikipedia. That is true. They should also be skeptical of everything. We should all be critical consumers of the media.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Media Literacy Conference, 2018
Skepticism should apply to Wikipedia and all media sources alike.
In simple terms: Question everything, not just Wikipedia.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate critical media consumption habits.
Themes
skepticism
media literacy
critical thinking
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
educational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- news reading
- research projects
- social media use
- education curricula
Key Concepts
information verification
source bias
digital literacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What tools help verify online information?
- How to balance trust and doubt?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on skepticism can breed cynicism.
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