Empowering Digital Citizens: Media Literacy in the Age of Edtech
Oct 24, 2024
Join us during Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week for an enlightening webinar featuring Shannon McClintock Miller, renowned district teacher librarian, educator, thought leader – the list goes on! In this session, Shannon will share her insights on fostering media literacy in today’s digital-first world, where students are constantly navigating a complex web of information.
Shannon will discuss practical strategies that educators can implement to help students critically evaluate the content they encounter online. Drawing from her extensive experience, she will explore how media literacy can be seamlessly integrated into daily classroom and library activities using the amazing resources, picture books, latest edtech tools, and more. Whether you’re a teacher, librarian, or school administrator, this webinar will provide you with actionable steps to enhance your students’ digital citizenship skills and empower them to become discerning consumers and creators of digital content.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to equip your students with the skills they need to thrive in a digital world while aligning your efforts with the broader goals of the Global MIL Week.
Key Takeaways:
· Discover how Shannon McClintock Miller applies media literacy in her day-to-day work to foster critical thinking and informed digital citizens.
· Understand the importance of media literacy in today’s educational landscape.
· Learn practical ways to integrate media literacy into your curriculum using tools such as Follett Destiny®, to support your digital literacy needs throughout the year.
· Connect with fellow educators and share best practices for navigating the challenges of teaching media literacy.
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