Media Literacy Intro
The ability to analyze and evaluate media; the ability to look deeply at the messages media is sending to us
What is media literacy?
The source from which teens get the most of their news information
What is social media?
The media gives us messages about girls are supposed to look.
True
There are many right answers!
What are examples of media?
Incorrect information spread by news outlets and/or social media
What is fake news?
There is only one way for a woman to be strong, smart, or bold.
False
Name a woman who is STRONG, SMART, and BOLD.
Women can include: Beyonce, Michelle Obama, Selena Gomez, Oprah, Ellen Degeneres, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, etc...
An over-generalized belief/characteristic thought to be held by every member of a particular group (For example, blonde women are dumb.)
What is a stereotype?
Of the following news sources, this one is the most reliable: Social media, online news sources, friends and family.
What are online news sources?
Media images of women and girls can affect how we think about ourselves and how others think about us.
True
How are young women your age portrayed in the media?
Smart? Funny? Strong? Athletic? Sexy?
To inform, to entertain, and to persuade
What are three purposes of media?
The source from which most adults get their news
What are online and televised news sources?
There are equal numbers of women and men in media-related careers.
False
What could you do to influence the media (to change or improve what you're seeing or how people are being portrayed)?
Answers could include: Boycotts, letter writing campaigns, sharing stories/opinions on Facebook
Various types of communication that reach a large audience
What is mass media?
Exciting, sensational stories and stories that can spark debates
What types of stories are told in the news?
YOU can make a difference in the media.
True!
Do you think that movies and tv shows show diverse characters? Why or why not?
Either opinion is correct if defended well