Understanding Media Literacy Concepts

Jay Smooth introduces a 12-week course on media literacy, explaining his background and the importance of understanding media. He defines media literacy as the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, create, and act using all forms of communication. The course will cover how to navigate media, identify manipulation, and ensure news is fact-based. It will explore various media types, their purposes, and how media literacy skills can improve communication and citizenship. Jay invites viewers to join him on this educational journey.

What is Jay Smooth best known for nowadays?

• Writing books on media literacy

• Hosting a hip-hop radio show

• Being a media commentator

• His video blog Ill Doctrine

What is the primary focus of this course on media literacy?

• Understanding and analyzing media

• Studying the history of media

• Improving public speaking skills

• Learning to create media content

Which of the following is NOT part of the media literacy definition provided?

• Access

• Analyze

• Evaluate

• Distribute

Why is it important to understand how to digest media content?

• To create more engaging content

• To become a media producer

• To avoid being manipulated

• To improve memory retention

What is a common characteristic of most media content?

• It is educational

• It is created for entertainment

• It aims to manipulate

• It is always fact-based

What will the course explore regarding the media that surrounds us?

• The history of media

• The financial aspects of media

• The goals and creation of media

• The technology behind media

How can media literacy skills benefit you in daily life?

• By increasing your social media followers

• By helping you navigate popular culture

• By making you a better artist

• By improving your physical health