Lesson 1: Introduction to Media Literacy What is media literacy? Why is media literacy important? How does media influence our lives? Basic concepts of media literacy Lesson 2: Types of media Traditional media (TV, radio, newspapers) New media (social media, blogs, podcasts, etc.) Differences between traditional and new media Strengths and limitations of each format The role of audience in different formats Lesson 3: Understanding Media Language and Codes The language of media Understanding symbols, signs and images The use of color, music and sound in media TASK: to analyse and present 1 media with its codes, language, music, colors and etc. Lesson 4: The impact of media on identity How media shapes our perceptions of self and others Stereotypes and representation in media Positive and negative effects of media on identity Lesson 5: Understanding Media Ownership and Control Who owns the media? The role of media conglomerates The impact of media ownership on media content TASK: to choose 1 media and make a short report about ownership and control. Lesson 6: Understanding Media Bias and Stereotypes Recognizing bias and stereotypes in media How media reinforces stereotypes Strategies for countering media bias and stereotypes Lesson 7: Understanding Media Regulation The role of government in regulating media The role of self-regulation in media The impact of media regulation on media content Lesson 8: Understanding Media Ethics The importance of media ethics Ethical considerations in media production The impact of unethical media practices on society Lesson 9: Understanding Media Consumption Habits How do people consume media? How much media do people consume? The impact of media consumption on our lives TASK: experiment for the following days or week-try to be aware what you are reading/consuming and why. Are you interested or just bored. Lesson 10: Understanding Digital Citizenship The importance of digital citizenship Responsible use of digital media The impact of digital media on our lives Lesson 11: Developing Critical Thinking Skills The importance of critical thinking in media literacy Techniques for critical thinking Strategies for developing critical thinking skills Lesson 12: Media literacy and social justice The role of media in perpetuating stereotypes and inequality How media can be a tool for promoting social justice Examples of media activism and advocacy TASK: to analyse and present 1 media of choice with their values, what they are advocating+ examples Lesson 13: News literacy The basics of news reporting and journalism Objectivity vs. bias in news reporting How to evaluate news sources Lesson 14: Understanding News and Current Affairs The role of news in society The impact of news on public opinion The challenges of reporting news accurately and fairly Lesson 15: Understanding Advertising The role of advertising in media How advertising works The impact of advertising on consumer behaviour TASK: to share 1 advertisement of any type which influenced you to behave a new way. To analyse and tell us why, which tools worked on you. Lesson 16: Understanding Public Relations The role of public relations in media The techniques of public relations The impact of public relations on public opinion Lesson 17: Understanding Entertainment Media The role of entertainment media in society The impact of entertainment media on culture The challenges of creating responsible entertainment media Lesson 18: Understanding Social Media The role of social media in society The impact of social media on communication The challenges of regulating social media Lesson 19: Understanding Media Literacy and Education The importance of media literacy education Media literacy education in schools The impact of media literacy education on society Lesson 20: Understanding Propaganda The definition of propaganda The techniques of propaganda The impact of propaganda on public opinion Lesson 21: Understanding Conspiracy Theories The definition of conspiracy theories The psychology of conspiracy theories The impact of conspiracy theories on public opinion Lesson 22: Understanding Misinformation and Disinformation The definition of misinformation and disinformation The sources of misinformation and disinformation The impact of misinformation and disinformation on public opinion Lesson 23: Understanding Cybersecurity and Privacy The importance of cybersecurity and privacy The challenges of protecting privacy in the digital age The impact of cybercrime on individuals and society
