Media & Information Literacy

Students gain the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, create and use various media-based communication formats. Students interpret messages transmitted through Information and Communications Technology (ICT) including Internet publications, infographics, charts, images, videos, audio recordings and multimedia presentations. They learn to effectively locate, evaluate and use information for research and writing. They determine whether an online source is valid and reliable. They distinguish between fact and opinion; bias and objectivity.  Students exercise communication etiquette as a 21st century skill.

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Student Handout 4 - Reference Page: Facial Recognition
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Identity Management Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
This flexible inquiry framework guides students through eight steps of the inquiry process; challenging them to think critically about the exchange of privacy for participation in social networks. Using Facebook as a model, students investigate features and settings, make connections with real-life experiences, and demonstrate a privacy strategy that serves to protect their safety and identity online. This Unit includes an Inquiry Guide and four reference pages.
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Student Handout 3 - Reference Page: Exploring Privacy Settings
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Identity Management Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
This flexible inquiry framework guides students through eight steps of the inquiry process; challenging them to think critically about the exchange of privacy for participation in social networks. Using Facebook as a model, students investigate features and settings, make connections with real-life experiences, and demonstrate a privacy strategy that serves to protect their safety and identity online. This Unit includes an Inquiry Guide and four reference pages.
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Student Handout 2 - Reference Page: Default vs. Customized Settings
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Identity Management Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
This flexible inquiry framework guides students through eight steps of the inquiry process; challenging them to think critically about the exchange of privacy for participation in social networks. Using Facebook as a model, students investigate features and settings, make connections with real-life experiences, and demonstrate a privacy strategy that serves to protect their safety and identity online. This Unit includes an Inquiry Guide and four reference pages.
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Lesson Plan - Stage 8: Evaluate Session
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
This flexible inquiry framework guides students through eight steps of the inquiry process; challenging them to think critically about the exchange of privacy for participation in social networks. Using Facebook as a model, students investigate features and settings, make connections with real-life experiences, and demonstrate a privacy strategy that serves to protect their safety and identity online. This Unit includes an Inquiry Guide and four reference pages.
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Lesson Plan - Stage 6 & 7: Create & Share Session
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
This flexible inquiry framework guides students through eight steps of the inquiry process; challenging them to think critically about the exchange of privacy for participation in social networks. Using Facebook as a model, students investigate features and settings, make connections with real-life experiences, and demonstrate a privacy strategy that serves to protect their safety and identity online. This Unit includes an Inquiry Guide and four reference pages.
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Lesson Plan - Stage 5: Information Gathering Session
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Identity Management Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
This flexible inquiry framework guides students through eight steps of the inquiry process; challenging them to think critically about the exchange of privacy for participation in social networks. Using Facebook as a model, students investigate features and settings, make connections with real-life experiences, and demonstrate a privacy strategy that serves to protect their safety and identity online. This Unit includes an Inquiry Guide and four reference pages.
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Lesson Plan - Stage 4: Identify Session
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Identity Management Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
This flexible inquiry framework guides students through eight steps of the inquiry process; challenging them to think critically about the exchange of privacy for participation in social networks. Using Facebook as a model, students investigate features and settings, make connections with real-life experiences, and demonstrate a privacy strategy that serves to protect their safety and identity online. This Unit includes an Inquiry Guide and four reference pages.
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Lesson Plan - Stage 3: Explore Session
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Identity Management Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
This flexible inquiry framework guides students through eight steps of the inquiry process; challenging them to think critically about the exchange of privacy for participation in social networks. Using Facebook as a model, students investigate features and settings, make connections with real-life experiences, and demonstrate a privacy strategy that serves to protect their safety and identity online. This Unit includes an Inquiry Guide and four reference pages.
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Lesson Plan - Stage 2: Immersion Session
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
This flexible inquiry framework guides students through eight steps of the inquiry process; challenging them to think critically about the exchange of privacy for participation in social networks. Using Facebook as a model, students investigate features and settings, make connections with real-life experiences, and demonstrate a privacy strategy that serves to protect their safety and identity online. This Unit includes an Inquiry Guide and four reference pages.
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Lesson Plan - Stage 1: Open Session
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Privacy Theme Image Image , Identity Management Theme Image Image , Security Theme Image Image , Safety Theme Image Image , Ethics Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Intermediate (6-8), Secondary (9-12)
This flexible inquiry framework guides students through eight steps of the inquiry process; challenging them to think critically about the exchange of privacy for participation in social networks. Using Facebook as a model, students investigate features and settings, make connections with real-life experiences, and demonstrate a privacy strategy that serves to protect their safety and identity online. This Unit includes an Inquiry Guide and four reference pages.
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Student Handout 10 - Empowerment: Write an Op-Ed Article
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Citizenship Rights Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image
9, 10, 11, 12, Secondary (9-12)
Students closely read informational text to construct a concept of Web 2.0. They use the Web to locate key terms and summarize the definition in their own words. Students identify examples of Web 2.0 tools and use terminology in the class discussion. Then, students weigh the pros and cons of Web 2.0 tools in class and form a position on social tools for education. Debate and discussion enables student to better understand the technology that connects them to a global society and economy.
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Student Handout 9 - Worksheet: Debate Scoring Rubric
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9, 10, 11, 12, Secondary (9-12)
Students closely read informational text to construct a concept of Web 2.0. They use the Web to locate key terms and summarize the definition in their own words. Students identify examples of Web 2.0 tools and use terminology in the class discussion. Then, students weigh the pros and cons of Web 2.0 tools in class and form a position on social tools for education. Debate and discussion enables student to better understand the technology that connects them to a global society and economy.
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Student Handout 8 - Worksheet: Debate Preparation
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Citizenship Rights Theme Image Image , Media & Information Literacy Theme Image Image
9, 10, 11, 12, Secondary (9-12)
Students closely read informational text to construct a concept of Web 2.0. They use the Web to locate key terms and summarize the definition in their own words. Students identify examples of Web 2.0 tools and use terminology in the class discussion. Then, students weigh the pros and cons of Web 2.0 tools in class and form a position on social tools for education. Debate and discussion enables student to better understand the technology that connects them to a global society and economy.
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Student Handout 7 - Reference Page: Debate Information and Guidelines
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9, 10, 11, 12, Secondary (9-12)
Students closely read informational text to construct a concept of Web 2.0. They use the Web to locate key terms and summarize the definition in their own words. Students identify examples of Web 2.0 tools and use terminology in the class discussion. Then, students weigh the pros and cons of Web 2.0 tools in class and form a position on social tools for education. Debate and discussion enables student to better understand the technology that connects them to a global society and economy.
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Student Handout 6 - Worksheet: Pros and Cons of Web 2.0 T-Chart
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9, 10, 11, 12, Secondary (9-12)
Students closely read informational text to construct a concept of Web 2.0. They use the Web to locate key terms and summarize the definition in their own words. Students identify examples of Web 2.0 tools and use terminology in the class discussion. Then, students weigh the pros and cons of Web 2.0 tools in class and form a position on social tools for education. Debate and discussion enables student to better understand the technology that connects them to a global society and economy.
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Student Handout 5 - Reference Page: Article Opposed to Web 2.0 in Education
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9, 10, 11, 12, Secondary (9-12)
Students closely read informational text to construct a concept of Web 2.0. They use the Web to locate key terms and summarize the definition in their own words. Students identify examples of Web 2.0 tools and use terminology in the class discussion. Then, students weigh the pros and cons of Web 2.0 tools in class and form a position on social tools for education. Debate and discussion enables student to better understand the technology that connects them to a global society and economy.
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Student Handout 4 - Reference Page: Article in Favor of Web 2.0 in Education
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9, 10, 11, 12, Secondary (9-12)
Students closely read informational text to construct a concept of Web 2.0. They use the Web to locate key terms and summarize the definition in their own words. Students identify examples of Web 2.0 tools and use terminology in the class discussion. Then, students weigh the pros and cons of Web 2.0 tools in class and form a position on social tools for education. Debate and discussion enables student to better understand the technology that connects them to a global society and economy.
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Lesson Plan - Pros and Cons of Web 2.0 in Education
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Citizenship Rights Theme Image Image
9, 10, 11, 12, Secondary (9-12)
Students closely read informational text to construct a concept of Web 2.0. They use the Web to locate key terms and summarize the definition in their own words. Students identify examples of Web 2.0 tools and use terminology in the class discussion. Then, students weigh the pros and cons of Web 2.0 tools in class and form a position on social tools for education. Debate and discussion enables student to better understand the technology that connects them to a global society and economy.
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Student Handout 3 - Empowerment: Educate Others about Web 2.0
Digital Citizenship Theme Image Image , Technology Literacy Theme Image Image
9, 10, 11, 12, Secondary (9-12)
Students closely read informational text to construct a concept of Web 2.0. They use the Web to locate key terms and summarize the definition in their own words. Students identify examples of Web 2.0 tools and use terminology in the class discussion. Then, students weigh the pros and cons of Web 2.0 tools in class and form a position on social tools for education. Debate and discussion enables student to better understand the technology that connects them to a global society and economy.
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Student Handout 2 - Worksheet: Web 2.0 Vocabulary Terms
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9, 10, 11, 12, Secondary (9-12)
Students closely read informational text to construct a concept of Web 2.0. They use the Web to locate key terms and summarize the definition in their own words. Students identify examples of Web 2.0 tools and use terminology in the class discussion. Then, students weigh the pros and cons of Web 2.0 tools in class and form a position on social tools for education. Debate and discussion enables student to better understand the technology that connects them to a global society and economy.

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