MEDINFO LESSON 1 - Introduction to Media and Information Literacy.pdf

MIL Learning Outcomes describe how communication is influenced by media and information identify the similarities and differences between and among media literacy, information literacy, and technology literacy discuss responsible use of media and information  What Is Media and I...

MIL Learning Outcomes describe how communication is influenced by media and information identify the similarities and differences between and among media literacy, information literacy, and technology literacy discuss responsible use of media and information  What Is Media and Information Literacy? Media and Information Literacy involves necessary skills that let a person interact using different media platforms and get access to information around the globe.  Ask Did You Yourself Know? How is communication People between the ages of affected by media and 16 and 64 spend an average information of 8 hours and 52 minutes daily accessing the internet across all devices.  Media Literacy Information Literacy Technology Literacy What is media literacy ? Media literacy highlights the capacity of an individual to understand the functions of media and determine the relevant use and worth of media platforms. This means that an individual knows how to use or manage media accounts or media platforms. What is information literacy? Information literacy is the communication or acquiring of data or facts that relate to the use of media information. This involves a careful and thoughtful way of gathering information legally, avoiding such pitfalls as violating intellectual property rights and plagiarism. What is Technology literacy? Technology literacy is the skill of an individual to manipulate technology independently or with the assistance of others in using the technology in an efficient and suitable way. These skills are needed to access knowledge and communicate information in a legal and ethical manner. Information and media literacy enable people to become a responsible user and producer of media and information Responsible use of media and information ENSURE PERSONAL INFORMATION SAFETY GET PERMISSION THINK BEFORE YOU CLICK KEEP YOUR PASSWORD SAFE SPREAD POSITIVITY References