Yonty Friesem - Leadership in Digital Media Literacy

The Media Education Lab, founded in 2003, promotes media literacy globally. It supports teachers through research, outreach, and professional development, including the Summer Institute in Digital Literacy. The lab emphasizes the importance of accessing, analyzing, and creating media, while fostering social responsibility. Research highlights the impact of media literacy in schools, addressing both tangible and emotional needs of educators. The lab's initiatives aim to equip educators with skills to implement media literacy effectively.

When was the Media Education Lab founded and where was it initially located?

• 2005, Temple University

• 2005, University of Rhode Island

• 2003, Temple University

• 2003, University of Rhode Island

What is one of the main goals of the Media Education Lab?

• To create new media platforms

• To publish academic journals

• To provide professional development for teachers

• To develop educational software

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

• It is exclusively for university students

• It is held every winter

• It offers a leadership track in media literacy

• It focuses on creating new media content

What change was observed in the elementary school after implementing media literacy?

• Increased focus on traditional teaching methods

• A shift towards digital and media literacy

• A decrease in student engagement

• A reduction in the use of technology

According to the research, what is essential for teachers to implement digital and media literacy?

• Neither tangible resources nor social-emotional support

• Both tangible resources and social-emotional support

• Only social and emotional support

• Only tangible resources like equipment