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The document is a module for Media and Information Literacy aimed at senior high school students, detailing the importance of understanding media evolution and responsible usage. It outlines essential learning competencies, activities for self-reflection on media use, and definitions of key concepts like media literacy and technology literacy. The module encourages students to engage critically with media and information, fostering skills necessary for active citizenship.

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Media and Information Literacy Module

The document is a module for Media and Information Literacy aimed at senior high school students, detailing the importance of understanding media evolution and responsible usage. It outlines essential learning competencies, activities for self-reflection on media use, and definitions of key concepts like media literacy and technology literacy. The module encourages students to engage critically with media and information, fostering skills necessary for active citizenship.

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UNIVERSAL COLLEGE FOUNDATION

OF SOUTHEAST ASIA AND THE PACIFIC, INC.


Senior High School Unit

Media and Information Literacy


Quarter 1 – Module 2
Introduction to Media and
Information Literacy

______________________________________
INSTRUCTOR

2020
UCFSAP – Canelar, Zamboanga City
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The following reminders serve as your guide in using this module:

1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part of
the module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises.
2. Answer first What I Know before moving on to other activities included
in the module.
3. Read the instructions carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your
answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are through with it.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not
hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind that you
are not alone.
We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning and gain deep
understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

What I need to know

This module is designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you
master the evolution of media. The scope of this module permits it to be used in many
different learning situations. The language used recognizes the diverse vocabulary level
of students. The lessons are arranged to follow the standard sequence of the course. But
the order in which you read them can be changed to correspond with the textbook you
are now using.

Most Essential Learning Competencies


- Identify the similarities and differences between and among media literacy,
information, information literacy, and technology literacy.
- Discuss responsible use of media and information

After going through this module, you are expected to:


1. Identify the similarities and differences between and among media
literacy, information literacy, and technology literacy examine the
technology or resources available during the prehistoric age, the
industrial age, the electronic age, and the new or digital age;
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and information;
3. Define the key concepts (media, information, technology literacy,
and media and information literacies);
4. Compare and relate the media and information literacy framework to
their own understandings and competencies
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What I Know

I. True or False. Determine whether the statements are true or false. Write
your answers on the line before the number.

1. Social media goes back to some of the earliest internet technologies


and even predates the internet.

2. There has been a huge rise in creativity among the public since the
advent of social media.
3. Microsoft and Apple are two examples of how open-source
companies can become global leaders in their industries.
__ 4. E-mail is the most popular online communication
technology.
5. There is growing evidence that heavy multitaskers—people who have
multiple screens open at once and who are heavy users of social media
—show less ability to concentrate and remember things than light
multitaskers.

6. The tools and technologies that are available to journalists today have
changed the basic principles of journalism.

7. All news outlets need trained journalists with high standards.

8. Technology makes it more difficult to keep up with news today than in


the past because it is difficult to keep up with all the information.
9. People usually stick to only one trusted news source to get all of their
news.

10. Most news topics, regardless of the source, hold similar interest levels
to everyone, no matter their age, socioeconomic status or political
leanings.
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LESSON 1: Introduction to Media and Information Literacy
Are you aware of what is happening in your community? Are you still updated
with the current issues that our country is facing today? If yes, good to hear that! I bet
you have your cellphone, television or radio with you to stay updated on what is
happening around. Did you ever wonder how people from the past receive and deliver
information or data?

What’s In

Activity 1. How can a person engage with media and


information channels in a meaningful manner?

Rubric

Criteria 3 2 1 0
The sentences The sentences show The sentences show
show correct answer to correct answer but
comprehensive the given question it is not presented
It does not
Content answer to the given and presented in in logical manner
answer the
question. It is logical manner but and there a lot of
question.
relevant and there are irrelevant
presented in logical some irrelevant information
manner. information. .
Sentences sound
awkward, are
Most sentences distractingly
All sentences are are well- repetitive,
well constructed constructed. It has or are difficult to
It has no errors in few errors in understand. It has
Grammar
grammar, grammar, numerous errors
mechanics, mechanics, in grammar,
and/or spelling. and/or spelling, but mechanics,
they do not and/or spelling
interfere with that interfere with
understanding. understanding.
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What’s New
Activity 2. Media Use Log
2.1 You are asked to bring out a sheet of paper.

2.2 Think of the past week, and record your use and interaction with media and

information providers (such as internet, social media, TV, radio, newspaper, etc.).

Have them indicate how many hours were spent engaged with each one. These do

not have to be exact, and you can estimate the number of hours you spent each

week. Allotted time is 5 minutes for this activity.

What social media are you mostly hooked to? Why?


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What is It

Teacher tip: Note that these definitions are grounded in MIL framework, so they
may vary in different contexts.
Literacy: The ability to identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate and
compute, using printed and written materials associated with varying contexts.
Literacy involves a continuum of learning, wherein individuals are able to
achieve their goals, develop their knowledge and potential, and participate fully in
their community and wider society.
Media: The physical objects used to communicate with, or the mass
communication through physical objects such as radio, television, computers,
film, etc. It also refers to any physical object used to communicate messages.
Media Literacy: The ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media in a
variety of forms. It aims to empower citizens by providing them with the
competencies (knowledge and skills) necessary to engage with traditional media
and new technologies.
Information: A broad term that covers processed data, knowledge derived from
study, experience, instruction, signals or symbols.
Information Literacy: The ability to recognize when information is needed, and
to locate, evaluate, and effectively communicate information in its various
formats.
Technology Literacy: The ability of an individual, either working independently
or with others, to responsibly, appropriately, and effectively use technological
tools. Using these tools an individual can access, manage, integrate, evaluate,
create and communicate information.
Media and Information Literacy: The essential skills and competencies that
allow individuals to engage with media and other information providers
effectively, as well as develop critical thinking and life-long learning skills to
socialize and become active citizens. !
Other Definitions:
Media - physical objects used to communicate including mass media (radio,
television, computers, film, etc.). Traditionally, media are source of credible
information in which contents are provided through an editorial process
determined by journalistic values and where editorial accountability can be
attributed to an organization or a legal person. In more recent years the term
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‘media’ is often used to include new online media.

Information Literacy - includes the competencies to be effective in all stages of


the lifecycle of documents of all kinds, the capacity to understand the ethical
implications of these documents, and the ability to behave in an ethical way
throughout these stages.

What’s More

Activity 3. Flash News and Visuals


Analyze these pictures.
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Answer the following questions:

1. Did you believe these news items were true? How did you know they were
true/false?

2. Are all news and information on the internet true? Why or why not?

3. Who gets to post news items online? Expound.

Rubric

Criteria 3 2 1 0
The sentences The sentences show The sentences show
show correct answer to correct answer but
comprehensive the given question it is not presented
It does not
Content answer to the given and presented in in logical manner
answer the
question. It is logical manner but and there a lot of
question.
relevant and there are some irrelevant
presented in logical irrelevant information.
manner. information.
Sentences sound
awkward, are
Most sentences distractingly
All sentences are are well- repetitive,
well constructed constructed. It has or are difficult to
It has no errors in few errors in understand. It has
Grammar
grammar, grammar, numerous errors
mechanics, mechanics, in grammar,
and/or spelling. and/or spelling, but mechanics,
they do not and/or spelling
interfere with that interfere with
understanding. understanding.

What I Have Learned


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Activity 4. Wrap Up!


Using your own words, write the meaning of the following;

a. Media Literacy

b. Information Literacy

c. Technology Literacy

d. Media and Information Literacy

Assessment #2
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Essay Writing
How do Media Literacy, Information Literacy, and Technology Literacy and
Media and Information Literacy differ in terms of use?

__________________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________

Rubric for Essay

Performance Task #1
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Reflection. Does the advent of media and information literacy help us to become
closer to God, our family and nation? Support your answer.

References
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Adapted from Department of Education – Davao City Division, Region XI

Revised by:
Kenneth E. Romero
Date: August 2020

Noted by:

RAMISSES-ALLAN F. RAMILLANO
School Principal

Common questions

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Maintaining editorial accountability in new online media is challenging due to the decentralized nature of content creation and distribution. Unlike traditional media, which often involve a structured editorial process, online platforms may lack consistent oversight, leading to misinformation. However, editorial accountability is crucial for ensuring the reliability and trustworthiness of information, thereby fostering informed public discourse and preventing the spread of false information .

Media literacy focuses on the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media in various forms, aiming to empower individuals with the skills to engage effectively with media technologies . Information literacy involves recognizing information needs, locating, evaluating, and effectively communicating information across various formats . Technology literacy emphasizes the responsible and effective use of technological tools to access, manage, integrate, evaluate, and communicate information .

The evolution of media consumption has seen a progression from simple oral and written communication during the prehistoric age to sophisticated digital platforms in the current digital age. Each era has introduced new technologies that have expanded the ways in which information is shared and consumed, from the printing press of the industrial age to the electronic media of the electronic age, culminating in the complex, interactive digital media of today .

Heavy multitaskers, who frequently have multiple screens open and use social media extensively, show decreased concentration and memory abilities compared to light multitaskers .

The criteria for assessing media engagement include content relevance, logical presentation, and grammatical accuracy. These criteria ensure responses are comprehensive and logically structured, thereby facilitating a complete understanding of the individual’s media interaction and the honing of analytical skills necessary for responsible media consumption .

Individuals can ensure responsible use of technological tools by consciously cultivating the competencies of technology literacy, which involve understanding the tool's functions, recognizing ethical implications, evaluating the reliability of information accessed, and communicating effectively while adhering to digital etiquette. This conscientious approach helps balance technological benefits with responsible digital citizenship .

Media and Information Literacy skills are crucial in the digital age as they equip individuals with the ability to critically evaluate media content, recognize misinformation, and engage responsibly with digital technologies. These skills foster critical thinking and lifelong learning, enabling individuals to participate actively and effectively as informed citizens .

The ability to create and communicate media allows individuals to become active participants in societal dialogues, fostering empowerment through the expression of diverse perspectives and active engagement in civic and social issues. This capability facilitates a more informed, participatory citizenry capable of contributing to democratic processes and cultural enrichment .

Factors that contribute to this false perception include the democratization of information sharing, which allows virtually anyone to post content online, and the superficial layout similarities between credible and non-credible sites. Additionally, the rapid dissemination of information coupled with selective exposure can reinforce existing biases, making it challenging for individuals to critically assess the credibility of different sources .

While the fundamental principles of journalism remain intact, the tools and technologies now available to journalists have altered how these principles are applied. These changes include faster information dissemination, greater ability for audience interaction, and more immediate fact-checking capabilities, allowing for more dynamic and interactive news delivery .

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