Media Literacy Basics

Begin your basic understanding of media and media literacy using the articles below.  Basic definitions of media and media literacy are included, as well as an introduction of media literacy's core principles and general questions.

What is The Media? - Before trying to analyze the media, understanding what media is should be the first priority. 

 

What is Media Literacy? - Media literacy is the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media in all its forms.  Go more in depth with this article.

 

The Basics of Media Literacy - More in depth explanation of media literacy.

 

Censorship vs. Media Literacy - While some advocate censorship as the way to keep offensive material from children, others advocate media literacy to preserve first amendment freedoms.

 

Purpose Of The Media, To Sell A Product Or Ideology - Why does the media exist?  Learn about the intentions behind the creation of most media messages.

 

The Core Principles of Media Literacy Education - Read an overview of the core concepts.

 

Questions for Understanding Media - Basic questions to ask when analyzing any piece of media.



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