Category Media Literacy

What is Lateral Reading?

In an age where information travels at an extraordinary speed, separating between fact and fiction has become a valuable skill.  The traditional method of reading an article from start to finish might not be sufficient today when misinformation has tainted…

Media Bias and Objectivity

Understanding Media bias and objectivity play crucial roles in shaping the information landscape we navigate today. Have you ever wondered why different news outlets sometimes present information in different ways? It’s because of something called media bias.  Media bias means…

Analyzing Media Messages

Media analysis involves critically examining and deconstructing various forms of media. We are constantly bombarded with messages through advertisements, news articles, social media posts, and entertainment content. Analyzing media messages is essential because it helps us understand how these messages…