Assessing Multimodal Texts: How is analyzing multimodal texts different from traditional texts? How can we prepare ourselves as teachers to assess them? Required Readings: Hung, H.-T., Chiu, Y.-C. J., & Yeh, H.-C. (2013). Multimodal assessment of and for learning: A theory-driven design rubric: Multimodal assessment. British Journal of Educational Technology, 44(3), 400–409. Assigning and Assessing […]
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Get ready for Media Literacy Week at UTK! Media Literacy Week offers a week-long lineup of events designed to connect with the Volunteer community and strengthen media literacy skills. Highlights include interactive tabling such as “Clickbait or Cupcake,” the “Bite for Byte” AI presentation, Makerspace workshops for creating meme buttons, curated displays of books and resources, […]
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As part of U.S. Media Literacy Week, NAMLE is curating a showcase of classroom-ready, research-informed resources that demonstrate how media literacy can be meaningfully embedded across academic subjects. This year’s Resource Showcase will highlight scalable, standards-aligned tools and strategies that support the integration of cross-curricular media literacy—whether in English, science, social studies, math, health, foreign […]
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Thanks to social media and other channels, we see more news than ever before. It’s easy to let things pass us by without reflecting on or thinking critically about what we see. But as the information ecosystem becomes more complex with AI generated content, blurred lines between fact and fiction make intentional, reflective engagement with […]
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Dr. Tara Zimmerman (TWU) and Dr. Faith Rogow (Insighters Education) will be joining Dr. Dan Krutka's Teaching Social Studies EC-6 class to kickoff U.S. Media Literacy Week. They will share their recently launched open-access ACT (Awareness and Critical Thinking Activities) Media Literacy Curriculum for grades K-5 that is intended to build students’ media literacy and […]
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The 19th century was the era of hoaxes and humbug in the United States. Promoted by the likes of PT Barnum, Americans paid good money to see for themselves evidence of mermaids, giants, and other wonders. How did they guard against deception in the 19th century? And how can we, in the context of social […]
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Go beyond the headlines and learn how local news gets made! Join journalists from the Renton Reporter for a lively conversation about the stories happening right now in your backyard, and how to spot untrustworthy news. Program Flow (60 minutes): Welcome & introductions (5 min) Panel discussion with moderator (35 min) Audience Q&A (15 min) […]
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Social media allows anyone to dole out dubious advice on climate change and other vital areas of health and safety. With medical and science information readily available, it’s easy to be vulnerable to misinformation and be put at risk, especially when the message is fear-based. A panel of experts shares how reliable scientific studies and […]
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This Media Literacy Week, we’re talking fandom, politics, and critical thinking, all through the lens of Taylor Swift. The Media Education Lab and Swifties4Hope team up to explore how the worlds of fandom and politics overlap and diverge. Together, we’ll reflect on how we can support our favorite political candidates passionately while still thinking independently. […]
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We know it when we see it (or hear it, or read it), but what qualities make content high-quality? The Department of Communication & Media Studies at Fordham University invites you to join the Children's Media Association (CMA) and the National Association for Media Literacy Education (NAMLE) for CMA's first-ever crowdsourced panel led by creators […]
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This session on media ethics will explore the responsibilities of journalists in today’s fast-changing media landscape. We’ll discuss the importance of accuracy, fairness, and transparency, and what goes into making ethical decisions in today’s world.
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Join Mid-State Literacy Council on October 28th at 1:00 pm at St. Mark Lutheran Church (850 Snydertown Rd, Howard, PA 16841) for a free technology lecture called “AI and Disinformation.” In this session, we’ll explore how AI (artificial intelligence) is used to create convincing deepfakes and clone voices, making it challenging to distinguish between real […]
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On the next Tuesday Night Movie... Wes Craven's classic horror film "Scream" on the big screen! Presented with The Rapidian, in recognition of Media Literacy Week! "Scream" is one of the great meta horror films of all time. Not only a thrilling slasher, but a smart take on analyzing media consumption, genre conventions, and the […]
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We’re excited to announce a collection of free classroom resources created by Courageous RI, an initiative of the Media Education Lab. This collection of lesson plans, hosted on PBS LearningMedia and produced by Ocean State Media, features videos of Rhode Island students engaging in real, courageous conversations about issues that matter to them and their […]
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Propaganda and disinformation are polluting our digital spaces and fueling our divisions as a society. Even casual conversations can feel fraught in these times. People care deeply about these realities but often don’t know what to do about them. In this Media Literacy Week (MLW) talk, social change and communications strategist Deanna Troust will explore […]
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In this interactive Zoom session, Niki Casserly will demonstrate the use of a slide presentation developed as a resource for Media Literacy Week 2025 called The Painted Church. The workshop will include tips for leading similar media decoding sessions. Previous experience or training in Constructivist Media decoding is not required.
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Why do two outlets tell the “same” story with different language? See how angles, sources, and media biases shape how the facts are presented —and leave with a simple checklist for cutting through the noise. |
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As the information ecosystem becomes more complex, blurred lines between fact and fiction pose new challenges to credibility, trust, and informed civic engagement. As part of the 11th Annual Media Literacy Week, the National Association for Media Literacy Education (NAMLE) and Thomson Reuters are partnering for a half-day event that will delve into the intersection […]
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Join media arts practitioners, administrators, Teaching Artists, and youth from across New York state for a day of learning, connection, and resource-sharing across the media arts education field. Explore how to be 'media literate' in this age of technology and information overload through hands-on experiences, workshops, and discussions.
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You have the power to stop misinformation in its tracks. In this session, discover practical fact-checking tools and approaches that will strengthen your media literacy skills and help you share responsibly.
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McKenzie Sadeghi oversees NewsGuard’s work at the intersection of artificial intelligence and foreign influence, and in tracking state-sponsored propaganda. In a conversation with Deanna Troust of Truth in Common, she'll share about current trends in disinformation and her reporting, which includes revealing a network of over 150 disinformation-spewing websites run out of Moscow by a […]
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Anyone who's assessed the reliability of a news source knows how difficult it can be. Now try doing it across thousands of news sources. Think it can be done consistently and transparently? Join us for this rare and very candid conversation with NewsGuard Analyst Sofia Rubinson, senior editor of NewsGuard's Reality Check newsletter. As a […]
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Join us for an exploration of misinformation and disinformation in the digital age. Our panelists will decode the tactics used to manipulate and divide us, and how we can take productive steps to counter them. You'll leave with practical tools for navigating today's information landscape with confidence. Register here: https://bit.ly/DemocracyHappyHour
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This eye-opening presentation challenges the usual assumptions about how teens and kids can be safe, smart, and healthy in the digital age — and what media literacy is — and illuminates what kids actually need to thrive online. Drawing from 16+ years of classroom experience with more than 10,000 teens and two years of surveying […]
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Social media promises visibility and connection, yet these systems amplify some voices while silencing others. In this Media Literacy Week lecture, Dr. Elizabeth R. Ortiz ’01 explores how digital platforms reward certain performances of femininity and “authenticity” while constraining how women and other marginalized creators show up, speak out, and share their lives online. She […] |
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Every year, NAMLE strives to honor those individuals and organizations that have demonstrated impactful service, practice, or efforts, which have significantly impacted the media literacy community and beyond. This year’s awards will be presented during the 11th Annual U.S. Media Literacy Week on Thursday, October 30th. Join us using this link! Learn more about the […]
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Have you considered the physical environmental impact of your digital space usage? Our panel of experts, ranging from a biomedical informatics scientist to community activists, breaks down the cost of artificial intelligence on our planet.
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Sooth.fyi is excited to host Christa Case Bryant, editor of The Christian Science Monitor, in this candid conversation about the complexities and considerations it takes to deliver the highest quality journalism in today's charged information ecosystem. Christa brings a valuable combination of national and international reporting experience gained over two decades in the news business, […]
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Good research starts with knowing which sources to trust. This session will cover how to use the CRAAP Test to evaluate information and will highlight library resources—databases and LibGuides—that can guide you toward reliable, high-quality sources every time.
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Join us for hands-on training designed for students, teachers, and community leaders alike. Together, you’ll get the tools to engage your community in media literacy education and worthwhile dialogue, including a guide with a mission statement, format suggestions, and activity ideas to share with your partners in this endeavor, whether that be your principal, faculty […]
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How does the media impact you, your friends, and your family? Has polarization impacted your relationships? What happened? What role does social media play in shaping conversations about important issues? What has this looked like in your life? Join Living Room Conversations' Youth Council for a discussion on Media & Polarization as part of the […]
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Join Crown Point Community Library for a panel discussion followed by a Q&A, with community experts exploring the positive and negative aspects of Artificial Intelligence (AI) at school, work, and everyday life. This discussion is presented as part of U.S. Media Literacy Week.
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Educators: Join this discussion to share your concerns about how GenAl works, privacy, cheating. copyright, bias, chatbots, environmental impact and pressures to use with experts who get it and fellow teachers, librarians and admin who want to share their concerns and ask questions in a supportive, trusted space.
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