Media and Information Literacy: Introduction to Media and Information Literacy

Electronic Media = Media form that uses electricity Printed Media = Media information that are printed

Nonverbal Communication = Not transmitted through spoken words Verbal Communication = Transmitted through spoken words Visual Communication = Formal transfer of information through reading or viewing Written Communication = Use of written words, sentences, or paragraph for communication

Literacy = Ability to identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate, and compute using printed and written materials Information = Knowledge obtained from reading, investigation, study, or research Communications = Act of transmitting messages Media Literacy = Ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media in a variety of forms

<p>Media Literates = Individuals that have knowledge and skill in certain media types Subject Adviser = Provide guidance and instruction in a specific subject area</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Information Literacy = Ability to locate, evaluate, and communicate information in various formats. Technology Literacy = Ability to responsibly use technological tools. Media and Information Literacy = Skills to engage with media and develop critical thinking. Internet Safety = Online security and safety of people and their information.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Information Literates = Individuals with knowledge in reviewing information reliability. Technology Literates = Individuals who use technology properly. Stay Safe Online Rules (BADDDB) = Guidelines for online safety including password protection and software purchase. Online Threats (SPM) = Types of threats like Spam, Phishing, and Malware.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Avoid downloading anything from untrusted websites. = Stay cautious about where you download files from online. Do not just accept terms and conditions, read it. = Be aware of what you agree to when using online services. Do not share your password with anyone. = Keep your login credentials confidential for security reasons. Do not reply or click from suspicious emails. = Avoid engaging with suspicious emails that may contain harmful links or attachments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Spam (Junk email) = Unsolicited emails often containing advertisements or scams. Phishing = An attack method to steal sensitive information using deceptive emails or websites. Malware = Harmful software designed to disrupt computer functions or steal data. Netiquette (Network and Etiquette) = Rules for proper and polite internet communication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tool Literacy = Ability to use printed and electronic resources including software Resource Literacy = Ability to understand the form, format, location, and access methods of information resources Social-Structural Literacy = Knowledge of how information is socially situated and produced Objective = Understood from multiple viewpoints, presenting all sides of an argument</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Print Media = Newspaper is a major source of information for a large number of readers Broadcast Media = Includes television, radio, podcasts, and videos New Media = Forms of communicating in the digital world, primarily online via the internet Videos = Can be shared with the entire world through video hosting sites like Youtube</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Online tests = Survey forms and tests that automatically display results Online Games = Browser-based games that do not require installation and run in web browsers Sound, Music, or Audio = Sound bites shared through platforms like Soundcloud Broadcast = Sending out or transmitting programs via radio or television by streaming over the Internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Electronic Age (1930s - 1980s) = Shift from traditional industry to computerization Information Age (1900s - 2000s) = Internet enabling faster communication and social networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Transistors = Microelectronics advancement Computers = Invention of personal computers Data = Key element in the information era Personal Computers = Innovation in the Information Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Identifying/Recognizing information needs = First stage of information literacy Determining sources of information = Second stage involving finding resources Citing or searching information = Stage related to referencing and looking up data Analyzing and evaluating the quality of information = Critical thinking in information assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Factual Information = Dealing solely with facts Analytical Information = Interpreting factual data Subjective Information = Opinionated perspective EPortfolio = Digital collection for course-related work</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>No flaming = Avoid aggressive or insulting language online Obey copyright laws = Respect intellectual property rights Be honest = Always tell the truth in online interactions Golden Rule: Treat others as you would like to be treated = Practice empathy and kindness towards others online</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Internet researching is faster than other mediums = Speed advantage in finding information online Internet researching will save the user physical distance = Convenience of accessing information without physical travel Broad Information = Access to a wide range of data Easy and Saves time = Efficiency in searching and time-saving benefits</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>There are so many incorrect information that we’re trying to find = Challenge of filtering out inaccurate data online You can get many harmful objects such as advertising = Risk of encountering harmful content like ads online Unavailability in certain areas = Limitation in accessing information due to connectivity issues Lack of security = Concerns about privacy and data protection while searching online</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Speed &amp; Accuracy = Efficiency and precision in finding information online Broad Information = Access to a wide variety of data sources Easy and Saves time = Convenience and time-saving features in online research Arrangement = Organization and structure of search results for better understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Unavailability in certain areas = Limitation in accessing information due to geographic or technical constraints Lack of security = Concerns regarding privacy and vulnerabilities in online search activities Arrangement = Challenges in organizing and managing search results effectively Distracting and misleading = Risk of being misled by false or irrelevant information online</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pre-Industrial Age (Before 1700s) = Period marked by discoveries like fire and early paper development Industrial Age (1700s – 1930s) = Era characterized by steam power, industrialization, and printing press innovations</p> Signup and view all the answers