Andrew Gardner - Media Literacy & Social Emotional Learning

Andrew Gardner discusses the connection between social emotional learning (SEL) and media literacy. He highlights the importance of SEL in understanding emotions and empathy, and how media literacy can enhance these skills. Traditional and new media, including books, films, and social media, play a role in emotional learning. Gardner emphasizes the need for self-awareness in navigating media distractions and the benefits of media in education. He suggests classroom activities that involve media creation to foster active and thoughtful media consumption.

What is the connection between social emotional learning and media literacy as discussed by Andrew Gardner?

How does Andrew Gardner define social emotional learning (SEL)?

What role does emotional intelligence play in the context of education according to the speaker?

In what ways can traditional media, such as books, influence emotional responses?

What are some mechanisms within film that can evoke emotional responses?

How does the speaker suggest that new media can impact social emotional awareness?

What educational strategies does Andrew Gardner propose for teaching social emotional literacy through media?