Module 7: Media Literacy and Digital Communication
Media literacy in the digital age emphasizes the importance of understanding and analyzing various media forms to navigate information effectively. The chapter outlines the advantages and disadvantages of digital communication, highlighting ethical considerations such as plagiarism and copyright. Additionally, it covers the skills necessary for creating engaging digital content suited for different platforms.
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What we have learnt
- Media literacy involves understanding diverse media forms and their characteristics.
- Digital communication offers both significant advantages, such as global reach and interactivity, and disadvantages, such as misinformation and privacy concerns.
- Ethical considerations like plagiarism and netiquette are essential for responsible communication online.
Key Concepts
- -- Media Literacy
- The ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media in various forms.
- -- Digital Communication
- The exchange of information through digital platforms, which has transformed how individuals share and receive information.
- -- Bias
- A tendency to favor one perspective while disfavoring another, often influencing the way information is presented.
- -- Ethical Considerations
- Guidelines that govern responsible behavior and communication in digital spaces, including issues like plagiarism and copyright.
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