When we talk about literacy, the first thing that comes to our mind is reading. If I asked the common person, are you literate? They would assume that I am asking them if they can read. This class seeks to not only help us see that our citizenry needs to be literate in the media we consume, but also helped us learn in depth some of the skills needed to be media literate.
We discussed the generation of Millenials and the media. I was passionate about this portion of the course because I teach high school and am immersed in Millenial culture each day. Any ideas and research that can help me become a better teacher is welcome!
In fact, preparing students to be media literate is to prepare them for success in the 21st Century. Teaching students to not only be consumers of media, but to develop a healthy criticism of media, should be a top priority in educating our young people.
Magazine Analysis - Seeing Seventeen
Broadcast News Analysis - Sexting - New Life
Film Analysis - Snow Falling on Cedars
Advertising Analysis - McDonalds Advertising
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