Media Mavericks: Decoding the Digital World
Weekly enrichment club that empowers teens (14-18) to navigate the media landscape critically. Through group discussions, students learn to identify and analyze real & fictional media for signs of misinformation, disinformation, and bias.
New on Outschool
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
In "Media Mavericks," teens will explore media literacy by learning to spot and analyze misinformation, disinformation, and media bias through engaging, stand-alone sessions. Each week, they’ll participate in activities like evaluating real-world media and creating fictional scenarios, fostering critical thinking in a supportive environment. The club is designed around interactive group work, discussions, and creative projects, allowing students to take the lead in a fun, hands-on learning experience, with a focus on collaborative problem-solving and dynamic participation.
Learning Goals
Develop critical thinking skills to identify and analyze misinformation and disinformation.Understand the role of media bias and how to recognize it.
Other Details
Learning Needs
This class is designed to support neurodiverse learners, including those with ADHD, ASD, and dyslexia. Activities are structured to be flexible, allowing for different paces and learning styles. Visual aids, clear instructions, and interact
Parental Guidance
All content is age-appropriate, with a focus on neutral real media examples and fictional scenarios. There are no upsetting or controversial topics. Students will use the supervised club space here on the Outschool platform for all their activities.
Topics will discuss are:
Media Literacy Skills:
Check the Source
Cross-Verify Claims
Look for Evidence
Check the Date
Be Wary of Bias
Harmless Conspiracy Theories:
Elvis Lives
The Bermuda Triangle
The Beatles Never Existed
Finland Doesn’t Exist
The Great Fire of London Was Planned
Cryptids:
Bigfoot
Loch Ness Monster
Chupacabra
Urban Legends:
The Vanishing Hitchhiker
The Pop Rocks and Soda Myth
Health and Diet Claims:
Detox Teas and Cleanses
Miracle Weight Loss Supplements
Fad Diets (e.g., "no carbs," "all juice")
Superfoods
Social Media Fitness Challenges
News and Advertising:
Clickbait Headlines
Greenwashing
Before and After Photos
Technology Myths:
Smartphone Myths (e.g., overnight charging harms battery)
5G Causes COVID-19 Myth
Common Myths:
The Moon Landing Hoax
Lightning Never Strikes the Same Place Twice
Humans Only Use 10% of Their Brain
Cracking Knuckles Causes Arthritis
Goldfish Have a 3-Second Memory
Bats Are Blind
Factors that Make People Susceptible to Misinfo, Disinfo
Confirmation Bias
Emotional Appeal
Lack of Media Literacy
Echo Chambers
Social Influence
Algorithms on Social Media
Pre-Requisites
No prerequisites required! Just bring your curiosity and a willingness to dive into the world of media literacy.
Joined June, 2024
New on Outschool
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Teaching Certificates
Missouri Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Kennesaw State University
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Kennesaw State University
I hold a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree in Instructional Technology and a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, which equips me with the pedagogical skills necessary to design and implement effective learning experiences.
I have extensive experience teaching ESOL and other subjects internationally, which has given me insight into how to adapt content to meet the needs of various learning styles and cultural backgrounds.
I am passionate about fostering critical thinking and helping learners navigate the complex information landscape.Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
2-12 learners per class
