In this course media literacy will be introduced. Learners will pose questions about media surrounding them, such as, 'Why did they say this?' or 'Who is this message for?'  In conjunction, the multiple types of media that surrounds each of us will be identified. 

Learners will also be introduced to methods of recognizing the 'purpose' of media, with the focus on P.I.E. *Persuade, Inform, Entertain*   By employing active thinking, this class will show headlines in the news; students will identify which part of P.I.E. the headlines are under, and then students will learn to A.C.T. - a method to follow in their search for finding truth in what they are hearing, reading or viewing.  

Critical thinking, confidence to question and the need to dig deeper to find answers are all life skills, as well as necessary in our current media stance. 

*Please see 'Parental Guidance' section

Although I have been teaching for many years, and many different subjects, grade levels, etc., I have been very bothered by our current world and the fact that there is even a concept of 'fake news'.  I think it is owed to learners to give them a structure to follow that will help them determine their actions and reactions to the news they hear.  

No matter the age of the learner, insight is always necessary.