Media literacy is defined as “mediums for delivering messages (print, graphics, animation, audio, video, websites, etc.), designing messages for specific mediums, e.g. the graphical “look” of websites. , and the impact of media messages on audiences” (Charles and Trilling, 2009).
Media literacy is important. Because “In the 21st century, information literacy and language fluency must be improved for all. Whether at work, school, home or in the community, access information efficiently and effectively. There is an increasing demand for the ability to critically and appropriately evaluate information, and to use information accurately and creatively” (Charles and Trilling, 2009).
Media literacy is important. Because, as humans, we want to be validated and told you are right. So choose a news medium that fits your needs. We rarely hear news that we disagree with (Smith, 2020). We need to enable people to listen to different perspectives and understand very complex (and in many ways incredible) patterns of information. We cannot simply assume that information brokers, whether traditional news media or social media, will solve our problems. Because different perspectives can lead to some new ideas and ideas at PLN.
Audiences are greatly enhanced with richer and more diverse perspectives on PLN. And when we accept some new perspectives and come to a consensus, we will be recognized by the audience. To do. Society is full of people with different backgrounds and different perspectives, and the consensus everyone has with different perspectives can attract each other and get a wider audience.
Public dialogue between media capacity and factual information can lead to conflict. Many people do not have media literacy training and may not understand the importance of media literacy in their daily lives. They always want to be verified and believed to be correct. They choose only news media that meet their needs and refuse to listen to news they disagree with (Smith, 2020).
The advantages of PLNs that emphasize media literacy are: taught me how to review information and identify other perspectives. Promotes critical thinking. We encourage you to share other media sources responsibly. tells readers how the media affects our culture. taught me how to create my own content. Encourages active participation in public affairs as a citizen.
References:
- [Social Media Content]. (n.d.). 21st Century Skills – Learning for Life In Our Times Trilling, B & Fadel, C – Digital Literacy Skills – Media Literacy pp.66 https://learning-oreilly-com.ezproxy.library.uvic.ca/library/view/21st+Century+Skills:+Learning+for+Life+in+Our+times/9780470475386/fade_9780470475386_oeb_c04_r1.html#h2
- Media Literacy – Course YouTube Channel https://youtu.be/Z_T9RghwJlI