Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Caraga Administrative Office
District III
CARAGA REGIONAL SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL
Brgy. San Juan, Surigao City
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Name: Tremedal, Psalm Twenry A. Subject: Media and Information Literacy

Grade/ Section: STEM 12 - Michael Faraday

I. Direction: Write an essay about the value of being a media and information literate individual.
THE VALUE OF MEDIA AND INFORMATION LITERACY
In today's fast-paced and highly interconnected world, the role of media and information has become
increasingly significant in our daily lives. With access to an overwhelming amount of information, it is more
important than ever to be media and information literate, or skilled in understanding, analyzing and evaluating the
many forms of communication that we encounter on a daily basis.

Media literacy refers to the ability to access, analyze, evaluate and create messages across a variety of
platforms, including print, digital, television, and social media. It is essential for individuals to be able to
understand the motivations, biases, and methods behind the messages they consume in order to make informed
decisions. For example, media literacy skills can help individuals differentiate between opinion pieces and
unbiased reporting when reading news articles, enabling them to distinguish between fact and fiction.

Information literacy, on the other hand, encompasses a broader set of skills, including the ability to locate,
retrieve, and evaluate information from various sources. This involves being able to navigate search engines,
interpret statistical data, evaluate the reliability and trustworthiness of sources, and critically assess the accuracy
and relevance of information. For instance, when researching a topic, information literacy skills can help
individuals to efficiently and effectively narrow down their search results and identify trustworthy sources for
further inquiry.

In summary, it is crucial to be media and information literate in today's digital age where the amount of
information we process on a daily basis is immense. These skills not only allow individuals to navigate the vast
amount of information that they encounter, but also empower them to make informed decisions, differentiate
between fact and fiction, and critically evaluate the information they consume. With a strong media and
information literacy foundation, individuals can approach their daily interactions with a greater amount of
discernment, and are better equipped to make informed choices that shape their lives.

II. Direction: Complete the Venn Diagram.

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Department of Education
Caraga Administrative Office
District III
CARAGA REGIONAL SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL
Brgy. San Juan, Surigao City
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Media Literacy:
 The ability to access, analyze, evaluate and create messages across a variety of platforms such as print, digital,
television and social media.
 Understanding the motivations, biases and messages behind the media consumed.

Technology (Digital) Literacy:

 The ability to use digital tools and applications to efficiently access, process, and communicate information.
 Mastery of various digital technologies and applications, including search engines, social media, email, etc.

Information Literacy:
 The ability to locate, retrieve, evaluate and use information from various sources, including books, databases,
journals, and articles.
 Understanding the principles of research, citation, and plagiarism.
 Critical thinking and analysis skills to assess the credibility and effectiveness of information sources.
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Media Literacy & Technology (Digital) Literacy:

 Both media literacy and technology (digital) literacy involve the ability to access and evaluate information, although
they may do so through different forms of media and technology.
 Additionally, both skills involve critical thinking and analysis, which are essential for evaluating the credibility and
effectiveness of information.
 Media literacy involves the ability to evaluate and analyze complex media messages, which requires problem-
solving skills. Technology literacy also involves problem-solving skills in the context of using digital devices and
tools to gather and communicate information.

Media Literacy & Information Literacy:

 Both media literacy and information literacy involve the ability to evaluate and understand the messages being
received, as well as the ability to use the information to make informed decisions.
 Additionally, both skills involve critical thinking and analysis, which are essential for evaluating the credibility and
effectiveness of information.

Technology (Digital) Literacy & Information Literacy:

 Digital literacy and information literacy both require similar skills that allow a person to effectively navigate and
make sense of a complex information landscape.
 These skills include critical thinking, problem-solving, media literacy, information retrieval and management, and
communication.
 Both technology literacy and information literacy require good communication skills, particularly in the context of
using digital technology to gather and communicate information.

Media Literacy, Technology (Digital) Literacy & Information Literacy:

 All three involve the ability to access and use information, whether it is media content, digital technology, or various
forms of information from different sources.
 All three require critical thinking skills to evaluate and analyze information before making a decision or conclusion.
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Caraga Administrative Office
District III
CARAGA REGIONAL SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL
Brgy. San Juan, Surigao City
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 All three literacy skills require self-directed learning, which involves the ability to take initiative, seek out
information, and apply it to real-world problems.