Media and Information Concepts

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What is media?

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Media refers to the different ways information is shared with people, such as newspapers, TV, radio, social media, websites, and movies. It's how we receive news, entertainment, and advertisements.

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Can you give an example of consuming media?

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Watching the news on TV or scrolling through Instagram are examples of consuming media.

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What is information literacy?

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Information literacy is the ability to find, evaluate, and use information correctly. It’s about knowing what sources are trustworthy and understanding how to use them to make informed decisions.

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How can you practice information literacy?

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Before believing a headline, check whether it's from a reliable news source, and look for other opinions to confirm the story.

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What is digital citizenship?

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Digital citizenship is the responsible use of technology and the internet. It includes respecting others online, understanding privacy issues, and knowing how to protect yourself from misinformation or harmful content.

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Give an example of being a good digital citizen.

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Posting kind comments on social media and protecting your personal information online are part of being a good digital citizen.

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What is bias?

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Bias is when information is presented in a way that shows a particular opinion or favoritism, rather than being neutral or objective. It can affect how we understand events, people, or issues.

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Can you provide an example of bias?

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A news story that only shows one side of an argument, without mentioning the other side, is biased.

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What is media evolution?

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Media evolution is the way the forms of media have changed over time. It includes the shift from newspapers to television, and then to the internet and social media. Each change has affected how we share and receive information.

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How has media evolved over time?

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In the 1900s, people got most of their news from newspapers and radio. Today, we get news through smartphones, social media, and news websites.