Media Literacy Week in Rhode Island

Rhode Island PBS and The Public’s Radio, in collaboration with the Media Education Lab, are excited to co-present Media Literacy Week in Rhode Island! Check out our Media Literacy Week in Rhode Island webpage regularly to find the most updated collection of resources and events to support participation in the Ocean State.

Shaping Informed Citizens: PBS Resources for Civics & Media Literacy

Join PBS Wisconsin and Retro Report as we provide just-in-time resources for election season and beyond!

This webinar will highlight new civics and media literacy resources from PBS that have been developed for 6th-12th grade classrooms, including the comprehensive Civics collection and specific resources like Retro Report’s Citizen Nation Civics Skills series.

Help your middle and high school students understand foundational ideas and the complexities of our government, build critical thinking skills, and become more informed and engaged citizens. Join us to explore essential skills and strategies for civic engagement and media literacy that have value far beyond the classroom.

Presenters:
Sarah Kopplin, president of the Wisconsin Council for the Social Studies
Filiz Yargici, education manager for Retro Report
Nick Ostrem, education engagement specialist with PBS Wisconsin Education

Unlocking the Power of Generative AI: A Hands-On Introduction

Join IT specialists from Renton Technical College for a 90-minute exploration of generative AI. Learn about large language models, the ethics of AI and how these tools are transforming industries.

Discover what AI can and can’t do, get an overview of popular tools and find out how they can boost your productivity.

Whether you’re curious about AI’s potential or looking to integrate it into your workflow, this program provides practical insights and actionable knowledge.

Registration is not required.