MIL (January 13)

Media and Information Literacy (MIL)

Short recap!

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Multiple Choice

Media literacy and Technology literacy are the same, both focused on using media platforms effectively.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to learn Media and Information Literacy (MIL)?

• Because media is irrelevant today

• To avoid using media entirely

• To navigate the information age effectively

• To focus only on entertainment

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an example of media platform?

• Website

• Newspaper

• Television

• Refrigerator

Multiple Choice

_ is the communication or acquiring of data or facts related to the use of media information.

• Media Literacy

• Information Literacy

• Technology Literacy

Multiple Choice

This means that an individual knows how to use or manage media accounts or media platforms.

• Media Literacy

• Information Literacy

• Technology Literacy

Multiple Choice

_ highlights the capacity of an individual to understand the functions of media and determine the relevant use and worth of media platforms.

• Media Literacy

• Information Literacy

• Technology Literacy

Responsible Use of Media and Information

The 21st Century is known as the information age. Now, people are highly dependent on technology in different aspects of their lives such as for communication, entertainment, and work-related activities.

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Aspects of our lives in which we depend on technology.

• Responsible use of media and information is encouraged especially in education.

• Teachers and students use reliable internet sources in acquiring information as well as in researches.

• Others use different media platforms for information dissemination and for social awareness and advocacy purposes.

PROCESS QUESTION: How can teachers and students ensure the responsible use of media and information in education, especially when acquiring information and conducting research?

Open Ended

PROCESS QUESTION: How can teachers and students ensure the responsible use of media and information in education, especially when acquiring information and conducting research?

• Media influencers who have gained many subscribers and followers are paid by YouTube through the advertisements and commercials inserted in their videos. Also, networking businesspersons and online sellers use different media platforms as an important tool to recruit members, advertise, and sell their products, respectively.

PROCESS QUESTION: Based on your observation, how do media influencers attract large numbers of followers?

Open Ended

PROCESS QUESTION: Based on your observation, how do media influencers attract large numbers of followers ?

• There is, at present, little guarantee on the truth of what is being shared, but people react to it, sometimes getting involved in conflicts online or offline.

• Social media users, especially influencers, must be responsible for what they post on their platforms. They have to make sure that the information they share are factual and come from reliable sources.

• Media and information literacy is an essential skill that we need to develop for us to take advantage of the use and benefits of technology in the modern society, while avoiding its pitfalls.

Some Tips for the Responsible Use of Media and Information

• Ensure personal information safety

• Get permission

• Think before you click

• Keep your password safe

• Spread positivity

Ensure personal information safety

Do not display or give away your personal information on your social media account. When you are using applications and websites, read first the “terms of use”. It’s wise to take a close look and read all the sections thoroughly.

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GIve one word related to ensuring personal information safety

Get Permission

When posting videos or pictures of other people on your social media account, do not forget to ask for the owner's approval and of the people who appeared in the video or picture.

Think Before You Click

When posting or sharing on social media, think first if the information you are going to post or share is accurate, helpful, informative, nice, and kind to others. Avoid posting or sharing inappropriate, uncomfortable, or rude insights on your account.

Keep Your Password Safe

Keep an eye on your account; do not let others know your password. Update your password often to avoid your account from being hacked or used by a poser.

Spread Positivity

Share positive and uplifting posts to your friends. As much as possible, avoid negativity and hate in your account because what you post on social media becomes a reflection of yourself.

CHECKING FOR UNDERSTANDING

Multiple Choice

The 21st Century is known as the _

• ELECTRONIC AGE

• INFORMATION AGE

• PRE-INDUSTRIAL AGE

• INDUSTRIAL AGE

Multiple Choice

In keeping your password safe you have to, (except one)

• not let others know your password

• use the same password for all accounts

• keep an eye on your account

• update your password often

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a good practice when using social media?

• Post uplifting and positive content

• Keep your account private and never post anything

• Share negative and controversial posts

• Focus on criticizing others' posts

Multiple Choice

What is an important step before posting pictures or videos of others on social media?

• Share them only with your closest friends

• Edit the pictures or videos first

• Ask for the owner's approval and the consent of the people shown

• Post them immediately without asking

Multiple Choice

What is an important way to ensure personal information safety on social media?

• Share all your personal details to connect with others

• Only use social media for a few minutes each day

• Read the "terms of use" before using applications and websites
  

• Post your personal information to make your profile more complete

Multiple Choice

Below are important considerations before posting or sharing on social media, EXCEPT ONE.

• Ensure the content is accurate, helpful, and kind

• Share only content that is inappropriate or rude

• Think about how the content may affect others

• Make sure the information is informative and positive

• Some social media are agents of change.

• Users who want to increase awareness or elicit public response to issues flock to social media where they can freely write their opinions, textually or through “memes”, on their advocacies.

BONUS QUESTIONS FROM THE EXAM

Multiple Choice

It refers to “original materials.”

• a. Main Source

• B. Primary Source        

• c. Secondary Source

• d. Tertiary Source

Multiple Choice

It involves information that collects and organizes primary and secondary sources.

• a. Main Source

• b. Primary Source  

•        

  c. Secondary Source        

• d. Tertiary Source

Multiple Choice

It is the distinctive knowledge kept to a specific group of people.

• a. Indigenous Knowledge 

  b. Internet

  c. Library           

  d. Primary Source

• b. Primary Source  

•        

  c. Secondary Source        

• d. Tertiary Source