This document provides an introduction to media and information literacy. It discusses three key objectives: 1) how communication is influenced by media and information, 2) the similarities and differences between media literacy, information literacy, and technology literacy, and 3) responsible use of media and information. It explains that media and information literacy allows individuals to exercise their rights to freedom of expression and access to information. The document also outlines tips for responsibly using media and information, such as ensuring personal safety online, getting permission before posting content about others, thinking before sharing content to check its accuracy, and spreading positivity rather than negativity.
2. Objectives:
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1. describe how communication is influenced by media and
information (MIL11/12IMIL-IIIa-1)
2. identify the similarities and differences between and
among media literacy, information literacy, and technology
literacy (MIL11/12IMIL-IIIa-2)
3. discuss responsible use of media and information
(MIL11/12IMIL-IIIa-3)
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In the present time, technological
advancement is inevitable, and the access of
information is very much available with the aid
of technology. Media and Information Literacy
accentuate an individual's capability to
exercise his/her fundamental human rights,
specifically the right to express his/her opinion
using any kind of media platform and the right
to access information responsibly.
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Media and Information Literacy involves
necessary skills that let a person interact using
different media platforms and get access to
information around the globe.
Media and its significant role in our society:
• disseminating information,
• connecting people, and
• acting as an agent of change in our society.
5. A.
Communication
and Media
Information
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Communication is affected by media and
information because of the advancement of
technology and the availability of different
communication services.
However, this form of communication may
have a negative effect on people in terms of
personal relationships that may be strained by
the over-reliance on social media that are
fertile grounds for fake news and hoaxes.
6. A.
Communication
and Media
Information
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Therefore, we should always be mindful in
taking advantage of the use of communication
technology in appropriate ways. We must keep
in mind the principle of “Think before you
click”.
7. B.
Media Literacy,
Information
Literacy, and
Technology
Literacy
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Media literacy highlights the capacity of an
individual to understand the functions of media
and determine the relevant use and worth of
media platforms.
Information literacy is the communication or
acquiring of data or facts that relate to the use
of media information.
8. B.
Media Literacy,
Information
Literacy, and
Technology
Literacy
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Technology literacy, on the other hand, is the
skill of an individual to manipulate technology
independently 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.
9. C.
Responsible Use
of Media and
Information
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The 21st Century is known as the information
age. Now, people are highly dependent on
technology in different aspects of their lives
such as for communication, entertainment,
and work-related activities.
Responsible use of media and information is
encouraged especially in education.
10. C.
Responsible Use
of Media and
Information
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The value of media information literacy is
undeniable across all nationalities around the
globe.
• modern Good Samaritans use media
platforms through various ways like video
blogging to help people in need
• networking businesspersons and online
sellers use different media platforms as an
important tool to recruit members,
advertise, and sell their products,
respectively
11. C.
Responsible Use
of Media and
Information
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Some social media are agents of change.
• increase awareness or elicit public
response
There is, at present, little guarantee on the
truth of what is being shared, but people react
to it. We have to make sure that the
information we share are factual and come
from reliable sources.
The ease of getting information via media also
has its disadvantage: the risk of invasion of
privacy.
12. C.
Responsible Use
of Media and
Information
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Tips for the responsible use of media and
information.
1. Ensure personal information safety – Do not
display or give away your personal information
on your social media account. When you are
using applications and websites, read first the
“terms of use”.
2. Get permission – When posting videos or
pictures of other people on your social media
account, do not forget to ask for the owner's
approval and of the people who appeared in
the video or picture.
3. Think before you click – When posting or
sharing on social media, think first if the
information you are going to post or share is
accurate, helpful, informative, nice, and kind to
others.
13. C.
Responsible Use
of Media and
Information
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Tips for the responsible use of media and
information.
4. Keep your password safe – Keep an eye on
your account; do not let others know your
password. Update your password often to avoid
your account from being hacked or used by a
poser.
5. Spread positivity – Share positive and uplifting
posts to your friends. As much as possible,
avoid negativity and hate in your account
because what you post on social media
becomes a reflection of yourself.
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In a piece of paper, write your analysis of the
editorial cartoon shown below. How are you
going to relate this to responsible use of media
and information in a democratic society?
Activity: Editorial
Cartoon Analysis