Senior High School

Media and Information

Literacy
Quarter 1 – Module 4
Responsible Use of Media and Information
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Media and Information

Literacy
Quarter 1 – Module 4
Responsible Use of Media and Information

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Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the Media and Information Literacy Self-Learning Module on

Responsible Use of Media and Information.

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by

educators both from public and private institutions to assist you, the teacher or
facilitator in helping the learners meet the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum
while overcoming their personal, social, and economic constraints in schooling.

This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and
independent learning activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also
aims to help learners acquire the needed 21st century skills while taking into
consideration their needs and circumstances.

In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the
body of the module:

Notes to the Teacher

This contains helpful tips or strategies that will help

you in guiding the learners.

As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this
module. You also need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them to
manage their own learning. Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist
the learners as they do the tasks included in the module.

For the learner:

Welcome to the Media and Information Literacy Self-Learning Module on

Responsible Use of Media and Information.

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful
opportunities for guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You
will be enabled to process the contents of the learning resource while being an active
learner.

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This module has the following parts:

Activity : This will bring understanding to what you already know

and experience to what you should learn further.

Analysis : In this phase, you will process and classify what is valid
and not for a more in-depth understanding.

Abstraction : This part leads you in reinforcing what you know and
should know more. Exercises are presented for
independent practice to solidify your understanding and
skills of the topic.

Application : This stage brings you to a more practical way that you
are going to use what you have learned and think new
ways on how it can be improved further.

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 CONTENTS OF THE MODULE
Page
Content Standard 1
Performance Standard 1
Learning Competency 1
Learning Objectives 1

LEARNING TASKS

Day Learning Task

1 Introduction 1-8
Pre-Test
Review of the Previous Module
Presentation of the New Module
2 Activity 8
3 Analysis 9
4 Abstraction 9-10
5 Application 10-14
Enrichment
Post-Test
Answer Key
References 15

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Responsible Use of Media and Information
CONTENT STANDARD
The learner demonstrates understanding of media and information literacy
(MIL) and MIL related concepts.

PERFORMANCE STANDARD
The learner organizes a creative and interactive symposium for the
community focusing on being a media and information literate individual.

LEARNING COMPETENCY
Discuss responsible use of media and information

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the lesson, the learner is able to:
1. Distinguish the importance of media and information;
2. identify the responsible use of media;
3. make a reflection about the module; and
4. appreciate the lesson.

INTRODUCTION

Nowadays, people usually gather information through the use of media,

information and technology. It has been our easiest way of doing research. All you
need is a gadget, an internet connection and an open mind to search for the answer
to all of our queries regarding a certain topic, subject, theme etc. It is the advantage
of technology and its improvisation developed our media and information literacy.

We can easily access any transaction even if you are just in the house.
Everything is very accessible. But the question is this safe or is this good, or bad, or
can these be really helpful or a terrible disaster in the near future? This module will
help you know what the responsible uses of media, information and technology are.

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PRE-TEST

Directions: Write the letter on the space provided before the item number that
corresponds to your correct answer:

_____ 1. Taking writing from an outside source without giving credit is _______
A. Plagiarize
B. Know the rules
C. Don’t trust just verify
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details

_____ 2. What responsible use of media is this? Remember your use of sources is a
means of supporting the argument you make. This means that the sources
you referenced need to be credible and authoritative.
A. Plagiarize
B. Know the rules
C. Don’t trust just verify
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details

_____ 3. What responsible use of media is this? As great as the virtual connections
are, there’s a whole world out there that can’t be seen through your
smartphone.
A. Know the rules
B. Be mindful of your emotions
C. Don’t trust, just verify
D. Don’t be glues to your smartphone

______4. Think before you react or post in social media for the whole world can read
it.
A. Know the rules
B. Don’t Plagiarize
C. Be mindful of your emotions
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details

_____5. This rule is helpful for everyone on social media, there are people online
who’d like to take advantage of your trust-don’t give them the opportunity!
Don’t post your phone number, address or even when you’re going
somewhere. Better to be safe than sorry.
A. Know the rules
B. Don’t Plagiarize
C. Be mindful of your emotions
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details

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_____6. What responsible use of media is this? Ignorance of the law excuses no
one.
A. Know the rules.
B. Don’t plagiarize.
C. Be mindful of your emotions.
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details.

_____7. Don’t be addicted to your smartphone to avoid distraction and physical

stress.
A. Know the rules.
B. Be mindful of your emotions.
C. Don’t trust, just verify.
D. Don’t be glued to your smartphone.

_____8. Learn to control your temper and be a good influencer in social media.
A. Know the rules.
B. Be mindful of your emotions.
C. Don’t trust, just verify.
D. Don’t be glued to your smartphone.

_____9. Learn to search for the true information to avoid fake news.
A. Know the rules.
B. Be mindful of your emotions.
C. Don’t trust, just verify.
D. Don’t be glued to your smartphone.

_____10. Don’t let everyone know your life or where and what you are doing.
A. Know the rules.
B. Don’t plagiarize.
C. Be mindful of your emotions.
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details.

_____11. Don’t grab credit from the real author of the information or research that
you’ve undergone.
A. Know the rules.
B. Don’t plagiarize.
C. Be mindful of your emotions.
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details.

_____12. Make sure to know all the things you need to learn for your good.
A. Know the rules.
B. Don’t plagiarize.
C. Be mindful of your emotions.
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details.

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_____13. Too much use of smartphones is bad.
A. Know the rules.
B. Be mindful of your emotions.
C. Don’t trust, just verify.
D. Don’t be glued to your smartphone.

_____14. Be positive at all times and inspire others through sharing quotes, verses
and other inspirational messages.
A. Know the rules.
B. Be mindful of your emotions.
C. Don’t trust, just verify.
D. Don’t be glued to your smartphone.

_____15. Learn to paraphrase to avoid ______.

A. Know the rules.
B. Plagiarism
C. Be mindful of your emotions.
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details.

REVIEW OF PREVIOUS MODULE

The previous lesson gives us the similarities and differences of Media,

information and technology literacy. To review the previous modules kindly answer
the following questions;

1. What are the similarities and differences of media, information and

technology literacy?
2. What do you think is the importance of the lesson?

PRESENTATION OF THE NEW MODULE

This module is all about the responsible use of media and information and
technology that serve as a guide.

Here are the tips to be considered as a responsible user of media, information

and technology.

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 Follow it to be considered as a responsible user of media, information and
technology. Learning is fun in this world but be careful and be responsible.

May this module help you grow and open your eyes for the possible things
and never underestimate the power of your imagination.

ACTIVITY

Based on the reading you have in the presentation of the module draw a thing that
best describes a responsible user of media and information in the box below:

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ANALYSIS

Make a reflection about the lesson of this module.

ABSTRACTION

The tips for being a responsible user of media information and technology are
the following:

1. Be mindful of emotions - We should know how to handle our feelings and

emotions. We should be careful in posting or sharing emotions in social media
to avoid bashers etc.
2. Don’t be glued to your smartphone - open your eyes to the things that
surround you. Learn to appreciate it and don’t focus all your time on using
your smart phones or gadgets etc.
3. Don’t Plagiarize - be original in writing your ideas, expressions and etc. to
avoid plagiarism.
4. Don’t trust, just verify - use the information you've searched as a supporting
source. Make sure that the information you’ve searched is credible and
authoritative.
5. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details - This will help you avoid scams or
illegal transactions in social media. Don’t post your phone number, address or
even when you’re going somewhere! Better to be safe than sorry.
6. Know the Rules - Be systematic in knowing the rules to avoid mistakes or
problems. Being knowledgeable is helpful.

Follow it to be considered as a responsible user of media, information and

technology. Learning is fun in this world but be careful and be responsible.

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 Enumerate the six responsible uses of media information and give 2 examples
each.

Responsible use of Media Information Examples

APPLICATION

Make a collage about the lesson and write the explanation in a one whole
sheet of bond paper. Be creative!

Rubric in Rating Your Work

Equivalent
Category Description
Points
● Well-written and very organized.
● Excellent grammar mechanics.
Outstanding ● Clear and concise statements. 95-100
● Excellent effort and presentation with detail.
● Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the activity.
● Writes fairly clear.
● Good grammar mechanics.
Very Good 90-94
● Good presentation and organization.
● Sufficient effort and details.
● Minimal effort.
● Good grammar mechanics.
Good 85-89
● Fair presentation.
● Few supporting details
● Poor, somewhat unclear.
● Shows little effort.
Fair ● Poor grammar mechanics. 80-84
● Confusing and choppy, incomplete sentences. No
organization of thoughts

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 ● Lacking effort.
● Very poor grammar mechanics.
Poor 75-79
● Very unclear.
● Does not address the topic.

ENRICHMENT

List down the 10 reasons why do you think this lesson is important?

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

POST-TEST

Directions: Write the letter on the space provided before the item number that
corresponds to your correct answer:

_____ 1. Taking writing from an outside source without giving credit is _______
A. Plagiarize
B. Know the rules
C. Don’t trust just verify
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details

_____ 2. What responsible use of media is this? Remember your use of sources is a
means of supporting the argument you make. This means that the sources
you referenced need to be credible and authoritative.
A. Plagiarize
B. Know the rules
C. Don’t trust just verify
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details

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_____ 3. What responsible use of media is this? As great as the virtual connections
are, there’s a whole world out there that can’t be seen through your
smartphone.
A. Know the rules
B. Be mindful of your emotions
C. Don’t trust, just verify
D. Don’t be glues to your smartphone

______4. Think before you react or post in social media for the whole world can read
it.
A. Know the rules
B. Don’t Plagiarize
C. Be mindful of your emotions
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details

_____5. This rule is helpful for everyone on social media, there are people online
who’d like to take advantage of your trust-don’t give them the opportunity!
Don’t post your phone number, address or even when you’re going
somewhere. Better to be safe than sorry.
A. Know the rules
B. Don’t Plagiarize
C. Be mindful of your emotions
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details

_____6. What responsible use of media is this? Ignorance of the law excuses no
one.
A. Know the rules
B. Don’t Plagiarize
C. Be mindful of your emotions
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details

_____7. Don’t be addicted to your smartphone to avoid distraction and physical

stress.
A. Know the rules
B. Be mindful of your emotions
C. Don’t trust, just verify
D. Don’t be glues to your smartphone

_____8. Learn to control your temper and be a good influencer in social media.
A. Know the rules
B. Be mindful of your emotions
C. Don’t trust, just verify
D. Don’t be glues to your smartphone

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_____9. Learn to search for the true information to avoid fake news.
A. Know the rules
B. Be mindful of your emotions
C. Don’t trust, just verify
D. Don’t be glues to your smartphone

_____10. Don’t let everyone know your life or where and what you are doing.
A. Know the rules
B. Don’t Plagiarize
C. Be mindful of your emotions
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details

_____11. Don’t grab credit from the real author of the information or research that
you’ve undergone.
A. Know the rules
B. Don’t Plagiarize
C. Be mindful of your emotions
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details

_____12. Make sure to know all the things you need to learn for your good.
A. Know the rules
B. Don’t Plagiarize
C. Be mindful of your emotions
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details

_____13. Too much use of smartphones is bad.

A. Know the rules
B. Be mindful of your emotions
C. Don’t trust, just verify
D. Don’t be glues to your smartphone

_____14. Be positive at all times and inspire others through sharing quotes, verses
and other inspirational messages.
A. Know the rules
B. Be mindful of your emotions
C. Don’t trust, just verify
D. Don’t be glues to your smartphone

_____15. Learn to paraphrase to avoid ______.

A. Know the rules
B. Plagiarism
C. Be mindful of your emotions
D. Avoid accidentally sharing personal details

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POST-TEST APPLICATION ANALYSIS
1. A Answers vary.
2. C
3. D Answers may vary
4. C
5. D ENRICHMENT
6. A
7. D
8. B Answers Vary.
9. C
10. D
11. B
12. A
13. D
14. B
15. B
ANALYSIS ACTIVITY PRE-TEST
Answers may vary Answers may vary 1. A
2. C
3. D
4. C
5. D
6. A
7. D
8. B
9. C
10. D
11. B
12. A
13. D
14. B
15. B
ANSWER KEY
REFERENCES

Medialitearcygas.wordpress.com/201611/26

Eprints.relis.org/20865/1/c421et.pdf

www.youtube.com UST Legaspi Similarities and Differences of Media,

Information and Technology

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Peñaranda St., Surigao City
Surigao del Norte, Philippines 8400
Tel. No: (086) 826-8216
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