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NJ Spotlight News | No curriculum yet for media literacy education in NJ | Season 2024


Published on 2025-05-12 09:24:16 - PBS
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  • A year-old law mandates education in media literacy for K-12 students

The video from PBS, titled "Media Literacy," emphasizes the importance of critically analyzing media content in today's digital age. It discusses how media literacy involves understanding the techniques used in media to influence audiences, such as framing, bias, and the use of persuasive language. The video highlights the need for individuals to question the source, purpose, and credibility of media messages, and to be aware of how media can shape perceptions and beliefs. It also touches on the role of media literacy education in schools and its significance in fostering informed citizens capable of navigating the complex media landscape.

Read the Full PBS Article at:
[ https://www.pbs.org/video/media-literacy-1715630661/ ]