Introduction To Media and Information Literacy PDF

INTRODUCTIO N TO MEDIA AND INFORMATION LITERACY COMMUNICATION refers to people or groups of people imparting or exchanging messages through speaking, writing, gestures, or even using other symbolic forms utilizing a variety of channels for sending and receiving....

INTRODUCTIO N TO MEDIA AND INFORMATION LITERACY COMMUNICATION refers to people or groups of people imparting or exchanging messages through speaking, writing, gestures, or even using other symbolic forms utilizing a variety of channels for sending and receiving. QUESTION !!!  MESSAGES According to Turow, it is a collection of symbols that appear purposefully organized to those sending or receiving them. They can be classified by PURPOSE: To INFORM To PERSUADE To ENTERTAIN  A message is COMMUNICATION PROCESS translated so Reverse to that it can be encoding, is a transmitted. It is process in which when you the receiver compose a translates the sentence as you sender’s thoughts communicate. and ideas so they It is the can have meaning. response SENDE generated by RECEIVE R the message that was sent to R the receiver. It can be immediate or delayed. ACTIVIT Y!!!  MEDIA/MASS MEDIA/MASS COMMUNICATION Other word for publications (print) Television and radio (includes film, music) Internet  MEDIA LITERACY According to Sargant, it is the ability to access, analyze, and respond to various media. ACCESS means the knowledge of where to find these forms of media. ANALYZE means thinking reflectively and critically on what has been read, seen, or experienced, and its implications to oneself and one’s community. RESPOND means the ability to experience and explore the pleasures of the media text, and how these are realized through the language of the media.  INFORMATION LITERACY According to UNESCO, means the set of skills, attitudes, and knowledge necessary to know when information is needed to help solve a problem or make a decision, how to articulate that information in searchable terms and language, then search efficiently for the information, retrieve it, interpret and understand it, organize it, evaluate its credibility and authenticity, assess its relevance, communicate it to others, if necessary, then utilize it to accomplish bottom-line purposes… QUESTIO N!!!  TECHNOLOGY LITERACY According to UNESCO, it means the skills, attitudes, and knowledge necessary to understand and operate the basic functions of information and communications technologies, including devices and tools such as personal computers, laptops, cellphones, and so forth…  TECHNOLOGY LITERACY ETHICS DIGITAL CITIZENS/NETIZENS A set of moral principles Is one who can use technology responsibly, safely, and respectfully.  ELEMENTS OF DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP DIGITAL ACCESS – advocates for increasing citizens’ access to information technologies. DIGITAL COMMUNICATION – the responsible use of communication platforms, including considering how information exchanges will benefit communities and society at large. DIGITAL COMMERCE – entails contributing to the responsible and legal use of the Internet for economic activities. DIGITAL ETIQUETTE – concerned with our relationships with fellow digital citizens – occasioned by humility, fairness, and open-mindedness. DIGITAL LAW – covers the legal environment that informs and guides the users about the ethical and productive use of technology, defined as abiding with the laws of society.  MAGNA CARTA FOR PHILIPPINE INTERNET FREEDOM FREE EXPRESSION CHILD PORNOGRAPHY UNIVERSAL ACCESS INNOVATION RIGHTS TO PRIVACY  ELEMENTS OF DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP DIGITAL WELLNESS – promotes the well-being of technology users and the prevention of technological innovations that will potentially compromise the health of its users. DIGITAL SECURITY – covers the entire gamut of safety precautions that information technologies invoke – from virus protection, to data protection.  WHAT IS AN EDITORIAL? It is an essay that shares an individual’s opinion on a current event or social issue. A good editorial aims to persuade the reader to consider your perspective and change their opinion.  TYPES OF EDITORIALS INTERPRETIVE – explains and provides background information on an event or issue. It aims to raise awareness and discuss how the topic is relevant to the reader. CRITICAL – focuses on the various causes of a problem and suggests a solution. PERSUASIVE – appeals directly to the reader and encourages them to take action. It focuses on the reader’s ability to change a situation by following your advice. PRAISING – shows appreciation for a person or organization based on their involvement in an issue.  PARTS OF AN EDITORIAL INTRODUCTION – builds a reader’s interest in the topic and gives an overview of the issue. ARGUMENT – presents your opinion along with reasons why the audience should agree with you. EVIDENCE – supports your argument with facts, research, or anecdotes. COUNTERARGUMENT – should establish credibility by presenting a fair review of the perspectives involved. REFUTATION – explains why the argument is not accurate or relevant. It allows you to promote your point of view while still seeming fair. CONCLUSION – summarizes your point of view and reminds the reader why they should care about the issue. SAMPLE EDITORIAL  WHAT TO WRITE? What is the VALUE of being MEDIA, INFORMATION, and TECHNOLOGY LITERATE? How can one be a RESPONSIBLE USER and COMPETENT PRODUCERS of MEDIA and INFORMATION?  RUBRICS ORGANIZATION – introduction, body, reasons/evidence, and conclusion are presented in an organized way, and every paragraph is coherent and relevant to the topic – 20 points BODY – content is adhering to the nature of an editorial essay – 20 points MECHANICS – correct grammar, spelling, punctuation marks, neatness, follows a specific format – 10 points TOTAL – 50 points  WORKS CITED Media and Information Literacy by Maria Jovita E. Zarate A Simplified Approach to Media and Information Literacy for Senior High School by Elymae Bade Naldo How to Write an Editorial in 5 Steps by Jennifer Herrity. September 28, 2023. https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-write-an-editorial