Valeri Lantz-Gefroh - Teachers Make a Difference - Diane Jones

The video discusses the Media Education Lab's global initiative to promote media literacy through research, outreach, and professional development. It highlights the Summer Institute in Digital Literacy, which provides best practices and leadership training. The video also explores the impact of media literacy on school culture and examines teacher needs using Maslow's hierarchy.

What is the primary goal of the Media Education Lab at the University of Rhode Island?

• To develop new media technologies

• To provide financial support to media companies

• To enhance media literacy and promote active citizenship

• To create media content for educational purposes

What is a key feature of the Summer Institute in Digital Literacy?

• It is exclusive to University of Rhode Island students

• It includes a leadership track in media literacy

• It is held every winter

• It focuses solely on technical skills

How does the Summer Institute help participants apply media literacy practices?

• By providing online courses

• By giving financial incentives

• By offering practices tailored to individual contexts

• By focusing on traditional media only

What did the research on implementing media literacy in schools reveal about teachers' needs?

• They need less autonomy

• They only need more equipment

• They only need more time

• They require both tangible resources and social-emotional support

What aspect of media literacy does the Summer Institute emphasize for educators?

• Developing new media technologies

• Learning tactics and skills for collaboration

• Focusing on traditional teaching methods

• Avoiding digital media