Media Literacy's Importance in the Digital Age

The abilities required to live, learn, and work in a society

where communication and access to information are increasingly
mediated by digital technologies such as internet platforms, social
media, and mobile devices are referred to as digital literacy.
Improving your ability to think critically. More information has
become available in the digital age than ever before. People
nowadays must be able to discern if information is true or
inaccurate, as well as locate, accurately analyze, apply, and
clearly convey information in a variety of mediums.
Media literacy is important because it enables individuals to
understand the messages they are exposed to. With so many
information sources accessible today, media literacy may assist
consumers in identifying reliable sources and cutting through the
clutter to get the truth. It can help people recognize media biases
and how they might affect their perception of an event or issue. It
may also be used to learn about new ideas, cultures, and points
of view that you may not have considered previously. We will be
better able to influence change if we are more aware of what is
going on in our communities, schools, and workplaces. Students
who learn to critically assess media will have the analytical skills
they need when they begin college or their careers.
People who are digitally literate have the skills, knowledge,
and awareness to fully utilize the opportunities afforded by both
old and new communication systems. Literacy in digital media
also helps people manage their materials and communications,
as well as protect themselves and their families from the risks
associated with using these services.

MILDRED F. MUZONES
BSED MATHEMATICS 3-D