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Media Literacy Education and Critical Media Consumption

by Michael Taylor 1,*
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FCMICS  2022 4(1):29; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.fcmics.20220514
Received: 25 March 2022 / Accepted: 14 April 2022 / Published Online: 14 May 2022
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The paper explores the significance of media literacy education in fostering critical media consumption among individuals. In an era of rapid technological advancement and an overwhelming influx of information, the ability to discern between reliable and unreliable sources, and to critically analyze the messages conveyed by media is crucial. This study delves into the concept of media literacy, examining its various components, such as information literacy, critical thinking, and digital skills. It further discusses the role of educators and parents in promoting media literacy education and its implications for societal well-being. The paper argues that by equipping individuals with the necessary tools to navigate the media landscape, media literacy education can lead to more informed and responsible media consumers, fostering a more democratic and engaged society.

Keywords: Media Literacy Education; Critical Media Consumption; Information Literacy; Critical Thinking; Digital Skills.;
Copyright: © 2022 by Taylor. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.
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Taylor, M. (2022). Media Literacy Education and Critical Media Consumption. Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies, 4(1), 29. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220514
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Taylor, M. Media Literacy Education and Critical Media Consumption. Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies, 2022, 4, 29. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220514
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Taylor M. Media Literacy Education and Critical Media Consumption. Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies; 2022, 4(1):29. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220514
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Taylor, Michael 2022. "Media Literacy Education and Critical Media Consumption" Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies 4, no.1:29. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220514

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Taylor, M. Media Literacy Education and Critical Media Consumption. Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies, 2022, 4, 29. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220514
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Taylor M. Media Literacy Education and Critical Media Consumption. Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies; 2022, 4(1):29. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220514
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Taylor, Michael 2022. "Media Literacy Education and Critical Media Consumption" Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies 4, no.1:29. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220514
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Taylor, M. (2022). Media Literacy Education and Critical Media Consumption. Frontiers of Creative Media Industries and Cultural Studies, 4(1), 29. doi:10.69610/j.fcmics.20220514

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