COLLE OLIVAREZ COLLEGE - Basic Education Department

Dr. Pablo Olivarez Senior High School S.Y. 2022 - 2023

Introduction to Media and Information Literacy

Page 2: Media Use Log

• Activity: Record media interactions over the past week.

  • Media Types: Internet, social media, TV, radio, newspapers, etc.

  • Task: Indicate hours spent on each media type.

Page 4: Are You a Literate Person?

• Definition of Literacy:

  • Not just reading and writing.

  • Involves understanding and problem-solving using acquired information.

Page 6: Importance of Literacy

• Significance:

  • Essential for effective communication and informed decision-making.

Page 11: Media Literacy

• Definition:

  • Ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media.

• Media Types:

  • Includes television, radio, newspapers, magazines, and the Internet.

Page 13: Importance of Media Literacy

• Critical Thinking:

  • Enables analysis and evaluation of media content.

  • Helps in understanding logical connections between ideas.

Page 16: Information Literacy

• Definition:

  • Skill to recognize when information is needed and how to access, locate, evaluate, and use it effectively.

Page 17: Importance of Information Literacy

• Relevance:

  • Distinguishes relevant sources of information.

Page 20: Technology Literacy

• Definition:

  • Ability to acquire and use modern tools for managing, applying, evaluating, creating, and communicating information.

Page 21: Importance of Technology Literacy

• Benefits:

  • Provides convenience and efficiency in information handling.

Page 23: M.I.T. Literacy

• Components:

  • Media Literacy: Use of various media for communication.

  • Information Literacy: Finding relevant information using technology.

  • Technology Literacy: Utilizing technology for communication across media platforms.

Page 26: Communication Evolution

• Comparison:

  • Past communication methods (letters) vs. modern methods (emails).

  • Highlights the increase in information volume and complexity.

Page 27-31: Creators of Media and Information

• Roles:

  • Writers and Journalists: Translate information into print.

  • Editors: Ensure high standards in manuscripts.

  • Directors: Clarify messages for audiences.

  • Performers: Portray characters in various media.

  • Visual Artists: Express ideas through artwork.

Page 32-36: Characteristics of a Good Media Practitioner

• Key Traits:

  • Truthfulness: Accurate and factual information.

  • Fairness and Objectivity: Evidence-based messaging.

  • Responsibility and Integrity: Avoiding partiality.

  • Empathy and Sympathy: Sensitivity to others' needs and privacy.

  • Hardworking: Commitment to quality work.

Page 39: Performance Task - Poster Making

• Task: Create a poster on "How media affects our daily lives."

  • Materials: Short bond paper, coloring materials.

  • Criteria:

    • Expert (4): Catchy, informative, and artistic.

    • Advanced (3): Informative and well-organized.

    • Intermediate (2): Some organization but lacks coherence.

    • Beginner (1): Needs significant improvement in organization and presentation.

Quote

• "I would prefer even to fail with honor than win by cheating." - Sophocles

References

• Various online sources for images and information related to media