5.3: Media Literacy
- As mass media and social media continue to grow in variety and influence our daily interactions, it is important for individuals to understand how the media construct messages that influence our perceptions of others and the world around us. Read this short article about the eight key concepts of media literacy.
Watch this short video in which Professor Renee Hobbs is interviewed. She explains the concept of media literacy and gives tips for evaluating the validity of the media sources we consume as we develop our knowledge about issues in our world.