You can use the library's databases to find articles published in scholarly journals about fake news to use as sources in your research project.
Some Suggested Search Terms
"fake news"
propaganda
misinformation OR disinformation
social media AND news
media AND hoax*
Best Bet Database
Academic Search CompleteThis link opens in a new windowLeading resource for scholarly research with peer-reviewed, full-text journals. Supports high-level research in many disciplines by providing journals, periodicals, reports, books, and more.