Module 4: Information and Media Literacy


 In Module 4 we discussed Information and Media Literacy and how to understand and apply it. We did multiple activities where we learned how to search on google, how to ready webpages more in depth and also how to identify true and false information.


Tips Learned for Searching Google-

1. The Advanced search option is a good resource if you cannot find something, but it is not needed often. 

2. By setting your location it will help narrow down the search.

3. Most search engines function the same, it does not matter which one you use, its more preference. 



I learned some significant things in this module. One big thing that was discussed was how we get our news. As a person who isn't up to date daily on all news and politics, I think discussing this was important for me because knowing if the sources are credible is important. We all should know if the source is trustworthy. So, something we can do if we are unsure is to make sure the source is also trusted and fact check! Understand more about google search and setting my location can help when searching such as when trying to find something to eat it will show me nearby places to eat. The other thing learned was about what a citizen's journalism. This was also my muddiest point. Understanding what it was and grasping the concept. I have come to understand what it is, are citizens providing news/information/updates through outside sources via the internet on social media type platforms. 


Terms-

Information Literacy- Understanding and the ability to understand information across platforms and the use of it ethically.

Media Literacy- The concept of understanding, creating, and communicating via platforms such as video, digital print and social media.

Clickbait- Ads made to get your attention often misleading and talks up what it really is about.

Citizens Journal- Community based by the people to share ideas, information and opinions on real life events across social media. 






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