Media and Information Literacy
Media and Information Literacy
Media and Information Literacy
•A plural of medium.
•Are the communication outlets or tools used to store and
deliver information or data.
Refers to various means of communication, such as radio and television, newspapers
magazines, billboards, telephones and the internet, that reach or influence people widely.
WHAT DOES LITERATE MEAN?
•The word literate refers to a person who does not only read and
write but also understand and solve problems.
• For Example, a media literate student can retrieve information for a report
needed in class using the computer. Then he can download a related video
for the report and use it alongside his PowerPoint presentation.
INFORMATION LITERACY
• Aside from acquiring knowledge and becoming literate, a person should
know how he can acquire relevant information. Although information is
easily accessible nowadays, a person should know what essential details
are needed for his research.