Media and Information Literacy Review

Comprehensive flashcards covering communication basics, media and information types, the three literacies, responsible media use, and the characteristics of media literate individuals.

What is the definition of communication according to the lecture?

The process of sending and receiving messages, ideas, feelings, or information between people.

Aside from speaking and writing, what are two other ways of communicating mentioned?

Listening and Viewing

What term refers to the channels or tools used to share information?

Media

What is defined as data or knowledge that is communicated or received?

Information

Name four positive effects of media on communication.

Faster communication, wider audience reach, easy access to information, and connecting people worldwide.

List four negative effects of media on communication discussed in the transcript.

Spread of fake news, misunderstandings through text messages, cyberbullying, and too much screen time.

Which specific items are categorized as Traditional Media on Page 10?

Newspapers, Radio, Television, and Letters

Which specific items are categorized as New Media on Page 10?

Websites, Podcasts, YouTube, and Emails

What is the specific definition of Media Literacy?

The ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media messages.

What is the specific definition of Information Literacy?

The ability to find, evaluate, organize, and use information effectively.

What is the focus of Technology Literacy?

The ability to use, manage, understand, and evaluate technology effectively.

What are the five shared characteristics of Media, Information, and Technology Literacies?

They help people make informed decisions, require critical thinking, involve accessing information, encourage responsible use, and are essential in the digital age.

What are the characteristics of a Media and Information Literate individual?

A person who thinks critically, verifies information, uses media responsibly, respects intellectual property, and communicates ethically.

What does it mean to "editorialize"?

To express opinions and judgments about an issue based on facts and evidence.

In the STOP Principle, what does each letter stand for?

S – Stop (pause before sharing), T – Think (is it true?), O – Observe (who created it?), P – Post (only if accurate and respectful).

What is a competent producer of media?

Someone who creates media and information that is accurate, ethical, creative, relevant, respectful, and reliable.

How is a "Responsible User" different from a "Competent Producer" regarding information?

A Responsible User consumes information wisely and verifies facts, while a Competent Producer creates information responsibly and researches thoroughly.

What are "Media Habits"?

The ways people regularly use media.

How are "Media Preferences" defined?

The types of media people like, such as social media, movies, or educational videos.

According to the activity rubrics, how many total points is the Editorial Board Challenge worth?

$25$ points

According to the activity rubrics, how many total points is the Poster Making activity worth?

$30$ points

What should the size of the groups be for the Editorial Board Challenge?

$4-5$ members