Zone 1: Framework

De Facto Pillars

We have based our work on these 4 key concepts, which became known as De Facto's pillars & consequently, all resources and tools produced by De Facto have their roots in one or more pillars

Motivated Cognition
Frames as Thinking Contexts
Systemic Causality
Equivalency and Emphasis Frames
De Facto Guidebook for educators
A practical guide for educators focusing on understanding of the pillars, alongside relevant examples and suggested activities

De Facto Framework

See our cognitive science-based framework, learn how mis- and disinformation work and what is their impact on education

11 types of disinformation
A list with detailed descriptions of the major disinformation types
Disinformation types: practical examples
This is where we show you what each of the 11 disinformation types may look like!
Major disinformation categories and content types
The 3 top-level disinformation categories
Extended content - type matrix
The extended matrix with disinformation categories, types and motivation for harmful impact
Eggshell model: establishing information credibility
De Facto's Eggshell Model for information credibility: structural, analytical and practical aspects
Education-related layers & harm potential of content types
The full-blown matrix extended with education-related layers and harm impact assessment
Information mediums or information carriers
The physical units which are used to pass information, with an education-related perspective
De Facto Cognitive Imprints Cards set
Digital copy of the cognitive imprints cards set of 1 map + 8 double-sided cards