It is important to offer an educational framework or resources that support the conversations shared here about media literacy. It is hard to separate media literacy from visual literacy and learning. Yet, other media elements impact how we understand, interpret, and many times act as well. Here is my photo taken while on vacation in Spain. What is behind the purple door?
As educators, how can we magnify our message with digital media?
The Center for Media Literacy: states that "Media literacy is not a new subject to teach — but a new way to teach all subjects!" There is a vast amount of resources, studies, and writings that focus on media literacy. My perspective comes from teaching visual arts in the classroom, working with media and digital art as a creative, communicative tool, and from a passion to connect the "visual dots" in our awareness.
Here is a link to an excellent slide show that offers a complete overview presented by the Center for Media Literacy
Another rich source of information is the Media Literacy Awareness Network. The resources shared promote critical thinking in young people about the media.
