Introduction to Media and Information Literacy Flashcards
knowledge of specific events or situations
Information
Two distinct elements that are intrinsically
connected with the concept of communication.
MEDIA AND INFORMATION
They are so intertwined that ____ is one of the reasons why communication is done in the first place, and this information can be shared through ____.
Information, Media
the plural form of medium, which
(broadly speaking) describes any channel of
communication. This can include anything
from printed paper to digital data, and
encompasses art, news, educational
content and numerous other forms of
information.
Media
CATEGORIES OF MEDIA
MEDIA MODALITY
MEDIA FORMAT
WAY OF TRANSMITTING
MASS MEDIA FORM
Text, audio, video, graphics, animation
MEDIA MODALITY
Digital or analog
MEDIA FORMAT
Electromagnetic or radio waves, light
waves
WAY OF TRANSMITTING
TV, radio print Internet, telephone, or
mobile
MASS MEDIA FORM
It is equivalent to a SKILL.
LITERACY
It refers to the ability to identify, understand, interpret, create, communicate, and compute using
printed and written materials associated with varying contexts.
Literacy
The ability to read, analyze, evaluate
and produce communication in a
variety of media forms.
Media Literacy
The ability to recognize when information is needed and to locate, evaluate, effectively use and communicate information in its various formats.
Information Literacy
The ability to use digital technology,
communication tools or networks to
locate, evaluate, use, and create
information.
Technology (Digital) Literacy
Based on UNESCO’s framework, Media
and Information Literacy is essential to:
make informed Judgement
learn about the world around them
build a sense of community
maintain public discourse
engage in lifelong learning
