C1&C2 EOI Module 4: Mediation. Tips

EOI EXAM: MEDIATION

Topic: Mass Media and Fake News Test Objective: To assess the candidate's ability to transfer information from a source to a recipient, adapting the register, tone, and format to the specific context.

1. General Instructions

1. Duration: 30 minutes per task (C1 or C2).

2. Source: Read the Source Text and the task brief defining the Target Audience, the objective, and the required format.

3. Mediation: Transfer the key ideas from the source text. Do not provide a personal opinion.

4. Word Count: STRICTLY 70 words maximum for the final production.

   
   

2. Mediation Tips (C1 and C2)

Aspect	C1 Level (Fluency and Effectiveness)	C2 Level (Mastery and Precision)
Analysis	Identify the main idea and the relationship with the recipient.	Identify nuances and the purpose for concise transfer.
Register	Adapt register (formal/informal) and use clear connectors.	Use advanced vocabulary and complex but efficient syntax.
Structure	Use a clear opening/closing adapted to the format.	Ensure total cohesion despite the extreme word limit.
Lexis	Use specific vocabulary (e.g., bias, clickbait, misleading).	Use advanced collocations (e.g., corroborate sources, echo chambers).

C1 MEDIATION TASK (Source Text)

Source Text Extract: "The Clickbait Trap: How to Spot Misinformation"

"In the age of instant sharing, fake news spreads six times faster than the truth. Most misinformation relies on 'emotional hijacking'—headlines designed to make you angry or scared so you share them without thinking. To protect yourself, always practice 'lateral reading.' Instead of staying on the original page, open new tabs to see what other reputable media outlets are saying about the same story. Check the 'About Us' section of the website and verify the date. Often, old stories are recirculated as new to create chaos. Developing a habit of skeptical clicking is the best defense against digital deception."

✅ C1 MEDIATION: COMPLETED EMAIL (70 WORDS MAX)

Subject: Be careful with what you share online!

Hi [Friend's Name],

I found some great tips to avoid fake news. The main problem is "emotional hijacking"—headlines that trigger anger to force shares. To stay safe, try "lateral reading": check other reputable outlets to see if they report the same story. Always verify the date and the website's background. Being a skeptical clicker is your best defense against misinformation and digital deception!

Best, [Your Name]

C2 MEDIATION TASK (Source Text)

Source Text Fragment: "The Erosion of Truth: Algorithmic Echo Chambers"

"The crisis of modern mass media is not merely the presence of falsehoods, but the algorithmic architecture that sustains them. Social platforms create 'echo chambers' that reinforce cognitive biases, rendering the public increasingly immune to evidence-based journalism. This fragmentation of reality undermines democratic discourse. However, this environment presents a strategic opening for legacy media. By positioning themselves as 'arbiters of veracity' and investing in deep-dive investigative reporting, traditional outlets can reclaim their authority. The challenge lies in monetizing truth in an attention economy that rewards sensationalism. Success requires a shift from speed-driven reporting to a model centered on radical transparency and verifiable accountability."

✅ C2 MEDIATION: COMPLETED BRIEFING NOTE (70 WORDS MAX)

To: Editorial Board Subject: Strategy: Reclaiming Authority in the Age of Misinformation

The analysis suggests that algorithmic echo chambers have fragmented reality and undermined evidence-based journalism. This crisis presents a salient opportunity: legacy media must reposition as "arbiters of veracity." To succeed, we must shift from speed-driven reporting to a model of radical transparency. By investing in investigative accountability, we can monetize truth and reclaim authority in an attention economy currently dominated by sensationalism and bias.