Introduction to Media and Information Literacy (Lec)

Weekly Interaction Log with Media and Information Providers

Media or Information provider	Number of hours in a week
Youtube	14
Facebook	14
ebooks	21
Goodreads	5
television	18
Google	3
Pinterest	18

Which media provider did you spent the most time?

            The media provider I spent the most time is ebooks.

What roles does the media play in your life?

            Youtube provides me information and entertainment. Facebook makes communication easier between my peers. I learn through reading ebooks and I use Goodreads for searching more good books.

Ø  Technological literacy is a set of skills and knowledge involving the use of technology.

Ø  Media literacy is a set of skills and knowledge involving the different types and aspects of media.

Ø  Information literacy is a set of skills and knowledge involving pieces of information delivered and received by the society.

Ø  Media and information literacy is a set of skills and knowledge involving the use of both media and information by the society.

In your opinion, what makes an individual literate in media and information?

            In my opinion, what makes an individual literate in media and information is the one’s use of skills and knowledge required to be able successfully utilize media and information, and for the purpose of a good communication and achieving common goals for the progress of the society.

What activities/habits do you practice which illustrate media and information literacy? Give at least three examples.

Image source: Goodreads

            One of my habits that illustrate media and information literacy is reading and sharing books online, specifically on Goodreads. It illustrates media and information literacy because I use my skills to communicate and share to others what I have been learning from books. Moreover, I use this social platform to develop my critical thinking and my social aspect.

Another activity is communicating with my friends via Facebook Messenger. I use this social platform to effectively communicate to my friends, teachers, and relatives. It illustrates media and information literacy because I use my skills and competencies to deliver my message to my peers.

Another one is watching videos on Youtube. Youtube is one of my favorite social platforms because it showcases the creativity of individuals through videos. Additionally, I use Youtube to not only be entertained, but to also learn different knowledge, tutorials, and actions that I will need for my everyday life.