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Wednesday May 25, 2016
Q0 Welcome to chat on media literacy! Tell us about yourself: your name, your school, and a fun fact: your favorite candy?
Q0 Welcome to chat on media literacy! Tell us about yourself: your name, your school, and a fun fact: your favorite candy?
Q0 Rohit Mehta, moderator tonight, PhD candidate, Ed Psych Ed Tech,
Fav candy: Twix!!!
Q0 Sarah, moderator tonight! Doc candidate in education ; I teach preservice teachers; fav candy is sour patch kids!
A0: Todd checking in from Warren Woods MS 6th grade teacher: Fav Candy ... A whatchamacallit!
Hi friends! Ron from & - Fav 🍬 is: Take 5 mmmmm
A0: Hello Tara, 8th math, from Zeeland. Favorite candy ... Chewy Sprees
A0 Amy from Chicago. Who doesn't love a peanut butter cup???? Or Sweettarts
Welcome to the Chat! This evening we're trying NOT to believe everything we read on the Internet :)
good evening Sarah, Glad you could moderate tonight!
Thanks! I hope some of our students lend their voices tonight as well -
A0 Carolyn, 1st year T. graduated from UofM last year. Favorite candy is PB cups
Lots of misinformation and Propaganda out there!!!
. will start with the Q1 in a couple of minutes. Hope you are ready :)
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Q1 Media literacy means thinking critically about what we see online. Why do students need to be media-literate in our digital age?
Hello! Rachelle from St. Clair. Sec. Instruction & PD supervisor . Just finished Game of Thrones (book)
Popping in and out of tonight. Gotta get my little dudes ready for bed.
A1: Students need to be media literate in the digital age because they're awash in media, opinions, facts, and more all the time.
A1: With web 2.0 it is easy for anyone to post whatever they want even if it is not accurate. We need to consider the source
A1: So we don't think our favorite celebrity has died when we see it on Facebook!
A0. Hi , Katie from West Ottawa. Fave candy: Snickers
A1 Today's students will be tomorrow's...everything...voters, leaders, consumers. Want them to be critical of all
Thank you for joining us, Ben!
Awash, indeed!
A1: Because ANYONE with an agenda can create a web presence and present things as FACT
As a certified library media specialist I'm very excited about the literacy topic tonight!
A1: can the answer simply be politics? season
A1: Social media landscape has ideas, half-thoughts, opinions, & more all presented as fact. Important to make sense of it.
Yes, it’s a blurry line between facts and fiction! https://t.co/gnHjuCv5HV
A1: Because ANYONE with an agenda can create a web presence and present things as FACT
. A1. True! Anyone is an author on web 2.0
A1: Everything we see is media. We need to have skills to decide what's true/false, what's right/wrong, etc.
Definitely the perfect time for media literacy! https://t.co/qJa6AZVsR6
A1: can the answer simply be politics? season
What there are politics talked about online? HMM the election isn't till November wasn't paying attention
A1: Ss need media literacy to filter the info coming at them from every direction.
Hey . Ann from Adrian. EdTech for Jackson ISD. Former reading teacher:)
Opinions vs. fact…How do we distinguish?! https://t.co/hXGEFFExxj
A1: Social media landscape has ideas, half-thoughts, opinions, & more all presented as fact. Important to make sense of it.
Hey Alicia from Grand Rapids, current 4th grade Teacher!
And those who choose to blur the lines are getting better and better at it every day
A1. Once we start thinking the extent to which media influences our decisions, media literacy is obvious https://t.co/if6ZLCxeIW
A1: can the answer simply be politics? season
So true, it’s a very ‘raw’ world on the Internet https://t.co/GaAZ0GUVc4
A1: Ss need media literacy to filter the info coming at them from every direction.
A1. True! It is a dynamic field. We catch up, they get better at their "tricks" https://t.co/MPML9dAb95
And those who choose to blur the lines are getting better and better at it every day
A1 Media Literacy = Ability to consume information thoughtfully - We can all benefit from critical thinking
Next question (Q2) coming at 8.15.
I agree! We often think only of students, but we need that as teachers as well https://t.co/37K9UgiD5e
A1 Media Literacy = Ability to consume information thoughtfully - We can all benefit from critical thinking
Consumption, Comprehension, Composition! https://t.co/yLPRVMlVc9
I agree! We often think only of students, but we need that as teachers as well https://t.co/37K9UgiD5e
A1 Media Literacy = Ability to consume information thoughtfully - We can all benefit from critical thinking
Q2 Given the amount of information your students receive through media, in what ways does media literacy fit in your content area(s)?
however. I could see or in pair of these.
A2: Media Literacy plays well into Science. Reading professional journals, comparing research papers, etc.
A2: Embedded into all activities anytime we do research or venture into the interwebs
RT : A2: Media Literacy plays well into Science. Reading professional journals, comparing research papers, etc.
A definite need to examine facts in science https://t.co/8qjYKjZyv8
A2: Media Literacy plays well into Science. Reading professional journals, comparing research papers, etc.
A2: Media Literacy is HUGE in Social Studies; being able to build arguments from cogent articles and evidence from trusted sources.
Great example, ! And it then intersects with scientific literacy https://t.co/YeeQMXNK1G
A2: Media Literacy plays well into Science. Reading professional journals, comparing research papers, etc.
Isn't media literacy a HUGE part of ALL education!!
A2: I see media literacy in ALL content areas as all use media in some way to find, deliver, explore information
It makes me wonder what do we consider "trusted"? https://t.co/7Qo5jImiUt
A2: Media Literacy is HUGE in Social Studies; being able to build arguments from cogent articles and evidence from trusted sources.
And certainly transferable to ‘real life’ https://t.co/kLx0JzT5El
A2: Media Literacy is HUGE in Social Studies; being able to build arguments from cogent articles and evidence from trusted sources.
A2: W anything they need to do research. Typically in L.A and Science. I have them search in kid friendly search engines.
A2: it can help students dive into deeper meanings with music; looking up song lyrics, related songs/genres, broadening views.
A2: Media Literacy in the Arts is important to understand how to elicit a specific emotion from viewers of your work.
A2: It is important to show students mistakes and misinformation on the web! Examples make great learning opportunities
I'm doing this on my phone until my computer boots back up! Way more difficult than using tweet deck.
A2: Any recommendations, ? https://t.co/X38ZevtCo8
A2: W anything they need to do research. Typically in L.A and Science. I have them search in kid friendly search engines.
Yes! It’s both assessing AND creating https://t.co/MwFXotIzSr
A2: Media Literacy in the Arts is important to understand how to elicit a specific emotion from viewers of your work.
Do you have your "go to" resources for examples? https://t.co/xLzRrYDsyi
A2: It is important to show students mistakes and misinformation on the web! Examples make great learning opportunities
Thanks Eric for bringing in the arts and "electives" to the media literacy conversation https://t.co/1XRCj6F3aM
A2: it can help students dive into deeper meanings with music; looking up song lyrics, related songs/genres, broadening views.
A2: We talk about reliable sources and how to tell who is writing a piece of information.
I'm just happy to be here, once again! I love my chats!
I also see it as a transdisciplinary skill, one that also transfers to ‘real life’ https://t.co/Icz2FNgN6W
A2: I see media literacy in ALL content areas as all use media in some way to find, deliver, explore information
Of course every week something new pops up
A2 I am researching how to incorporate google forms into a breakout edu for my 5th graders, tonight
LOVE Common Sense. Both kinds.
I recommend databases and search engines
I love their emphasis on the role of empathy! We need to talk more abouth this https://t.co/QWSOVPeada
LOVE Common Sense. Both kinds.
A2) Important to get Ss to see they are producers of their media content & managers & protectors of their own brand on
Which raises interesting discussions on ownership and agency! Yes! https://t.co/n6cEme3EaQ
A2) Important to get Ss to see they are producers of their media content & managers & protectors of their own brand on
YES she is a great resource for all teachers!
Definitely! Participatory media is essential https://t.co/faAvc86WOB
A2) Important to get Ss to see they are producers of their media content & managers & protectors of their own brand on
Students as managers of their own brand...I like it! https://t.co/j2COdQEk3N
A2) Important to get Ss to see they are producers of their media content & managers & protectors of their own brand on
A2: This week, Ss are finding podcasts with great hooks, so it's all about research skills, applying critical thinking.
Media lit in practice! https://t.co/wm1IYSrD4y
A2: This week, Ss are finding podcasts with great hooks, so it's all about research skills, applying critical thinking.
Q3 How do you see media literacy fit with the concept of digital citizenship?
a3 media literacy and go hand in hand. Ss must understand the media in order to understand how to be responsible w/it
OK. I will get you a pair for unplugged.
A3: You have to literate to respect how others use the digital medium! Then know how to behave and act
Respect is essential in online spaces https://t.co/fgQK5je542
A3: You have to literate to respect how others use the digital medium! Then know how to behave and act
A3 Credibility comes from integrity and expertise - combining media literacy w/ digital citizenship fosters credibility
A3: digital literacy means having the tools and strategies to be successful as a learner and citizen in the 21st century
A3: Media Literacy as a component of Digital Citizenship is tough; I'm not sure many people analyze social media that deeply.
A3: Digital Citizenship is much like Citizenship; you need to be literate in how to communicate/respond to what you say/hear/read.
We are seeing some themes: respect, integrity, credibility...
keep them coming!
I agree! It also needs to be modeled by us in how we access info responsibly & find accurate material. https://t.co/bi8eOvuLnM
a3 media literacy and go hand in hand. Ss must understand the media in order to understand how to be responsible w/it
Does digital Citizenship only apply to social media? Hmmm...
Insightful discussions on media literacy and digital citizenship https://t.co/KAKqKiLpYK
We are seeing some themes: respect, integrity, credibility...
keep them coming!
Great question, Todd! Let us brainstorm more examples https://t.co/QwN094xUEa
Does digital Citizenship only apply to social media? Hmmm...
A3: Discernment (media Lit) and Integrity (Digital Cit) - Understanding and Appplication.
Right on Amy. Ss often seen as consumers of content but we must balance w w Ss role as producers of content
I believe so! I screen my Ss tweets to our classroom twitter to help them learn how to use it appropriately
A3: I see digital literacy as personally using digital resources appropriately. Media literacy is ability to analyze others work
Digital citizenship starts in the classroom! https://t.co/tT9Wv64K4Z
I believe so! I screen my Ss tweets to our classroom twitter to help them learn how to use it appropriately
But don't we have to be digital citizens anytime we go on net? Comments, hacking, Use?
Ouch, you lost me at Q#3 long day.
as always, you are more eloquent and succinct in your message
I forgot that one! I will definitely use it this week w/ our State Research Reports
We are coming with Q4 in 3 minutes. Fasten your seatbelts!
I feel it applies to all digital use, not just social media... SM gives us best, tangible examples
Yes! To the point & so well put! https://t.co/GKvwgQNGMb
A3: Discernment (media Lit) and Integrity (Digital Cit) - Understanding and Appplication.
Having a lot of fun seeing the amazing conversations going on on ! What a great group! https://t.co/wa9Yvf6a4m
We are coming with Q4 in 3 minutes. Fasten your seatbelts!
true. Many don’t. Unfortunately.
A3: Since digital literacy requires a more complex set of skills, teachers must be well equipped to teach students these skills
Every day we make a choice to have a positive or negative influence with social media! I totally agree!
Such thoughtful discussion here at chat on !
yes, yes, and yes https://t.co/QGgFKWLzM7
A3: Since digital literacy requires a more complex set of skills, teachers must be well equipped to teach students these skills
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Q4 How can we encourage students to apply media literacy outside of school too?
I read the original tweet wrong and didn't see the "ONLY" part. I agree it applies to ALL. Whoops! Sorry!
So true! What calls for different behavior online v offline?
It’s funny though. Many college age kids I know will not post on social media (FB, Twitter) they are afraid.
it happens to the best of us
Checking in with my peeps! Hoping the last few weeks of school go smoothly.
Here goes Q4! https://t.co/4GehiKAybP
Q4 How can we encourage students to apply media literacy outside of school too?
Great question, especially with summer break upon us. Suggestions or examples. https://t.co/zOS6I7HqrB
Q4 How can we encourage students to apply media literacy outside of school too?
At the end of Student Teaching they basically tell you to not post on Social Media or delete your FB.
they don’t want future employers to see anything. Many will delete accounts.
A4: It would be interesting to create a scavenger hunt type activity - When you find an example of x record it and track it
A4: encourage students to read and interpret the messages on television, magazines, billboards, video games, etc.
yep. I tell them to not delete, just be smart and think before you post.
A4. Develop consistent, comprehensive media lit and digital citizenship experiences K-12. Often we support in ES then drop in MS/HS.
employers and colleges are checking, but with assumption that there should be a footprint
Still thinking of 's A3.
A4. teaching them not to say on SM what they won't in person
A4: Hmmm... I think if we teach them the importance and the trickery that can occur they will want to
Words of wisdom! https://t.co/q1jlaQ3YY1
Still thinking of 's A3.
A4. teaching them not to say on SM what they won't in person
How many of us have tried doing an incognito Google search for our names? https://t.co/CzHJ13WeAe
yep. I tell them to not delete, just be smart and think before you post.
A4: Create fake post and see who catches us... give out summer prizes....maybe
A4: why can't we help model good media literacy through a Twitter chat session? I think students would love learning in this setting
Love this idea! https://t.co/ytwgiFVTj3
A4: Create fake post and see who catches us... give out summer prizes....maybe
Good to know, I'll stop jumping ahead. :)
A4: In an election year there are plenty of opportunities to apply media literacy against the litany of misinformation
. Good thoughts. I'd add that it be addressed in all content areas too. The same message in different contexts takes hold
Check out Canada’s for ideas and educational resources on media literacy!
Agreed. That's what I meant by comprehensive. TY adding that. https://t.co/yO9e9suSxZ
. Good thoughts. I'd add that it be addressed in all content areas too. The same message in different contexts takes hold
I know teachers who do this. Have test reviews, share class updates. I had a library account with student book recs
The time is right, and it’s now. https://t.co/1DzCneljal
A4: In an election year there are plenty of opportunities to apply media literacy against the litany of misinformation
A4: teach about subliminal messaging and persuasive techniques in writing and advertising
I find it to be valuable and an easy way to meet students at a place they feel more comfortable sharing and learning
A4 One of my favorite student centric chats is sponsored by
This is going crazy great!
Q5 coming in 2 minutes!
A4: Modeling, also parent connections. I depend on my 17 year old 2 keep me current so I can pass it on. https://t.co/u7tepm5LLP
Q4 How can we encourage students to apply media literacy outside of school too?
Yes, Ss need to see positive use and possibility of not just scary stories from adults
A4: encourage students to read and interpret the messages on television, magazines, billboards, video games, etc.
Modeling media lit skills is essential! https://t.co/3gdIozZOWr
A4: Modeling, also parent connections. I depend on my 17 year old 2 keep me current so I can pass it on. https://t.co/u7tepm5LLP
Q4 How can we encourage students to apply media literacy outside of school too?
Q5 We talked a lot about media literacy for students. What does it mean to be a media-literate teacher?
especially if you volunteer to do it, and speak about it with "digital literacy," correct terms and being current.
A5. It ties back to all the modeling discussion we are having, I'd say https://t.co/y6J3P22izd
Q5 We talked a lot about media literacy for students. What does it mean to be a media-literate teacher?
A5: Need to make sure we model literacy to for our students. Make sure we walk the walk
A4.5: If you're here, you're already a social media teacher. How do we get more Ts using SM 4 learning so Ss see that side of it?
A5: If you like it or not, you are in the public eye. Be smart, know the limits and think before you post. But don’t be afraid to!
"Practice what you preach"
https://t.co/pVWZTA9nHG
A5: Need to make sure we model literacy to for our students. Make sure we walk the walk
A5: Start by recognizing my own bias, be open to opposing view points, seek multiple sources. Own my erroneous thinking and grow
A5: To be a media literate teacher is the ability to discern between good content and authentic content for students.
A5: incorporate different media in instruction, take risks & utilize new technology, & find professional development opportunities
Modeling media lit to Ss is key https://t.co/ykbpM6N2Gu
A5: Need to make sure we model literacy to for our students. Make sure we walk the walk
A5: A willingness to guide students through the onslaught of info, model the good stuff, and channel their curiosity
Yes! There is a lot of ‘educational’ content online and it can be difficult to assess its validity sometimes https://t.co/986wQUF4E3
A5: To be a media literate teacher is the ability to discern between good content and authentic content for students.
😮I'm missing impt Chats
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Currently in Monterey🌳, CA
Authentic and relevant content situated in Ss out-of-school experiences
How do you all do that? https://t.co/HSJt8mcyEt
A5: To be a media literate teacher is the ability to discern between good content and authentic content for students.
A5: teacher media literacy litmus test. Just because it's on Pinterest, does it mean it's accurate? Best practice?
Media lit is definitely not just for students https://t.co/an3nzKia7P
A5: teacher media literacy litmus test. Just because it's on Pinterest, does it mean it's accurate? Best practice?
A5: literate is the critical term; much like being illiterate, not using media correctly can build a barrier to connecting with Ss
AMEN Sister! https://t.co/d6il4yiF2D
A5: teacher media literacy litmus test. Just because it's on Pinterest, does it mean it's accurate? Best practice?
In our media-saturated world, I am ready to settle for "pretty good practices" too https://t.co/hrRbYX9j5k
A5: teacher media literacy litmus test. Just because it's on Pinterest, does it mean it's accurate? Best practice?
A5: It's also really important to screen videos before playing them for a class
But the pretty Pinterest math worksheet must be best practice, right? https://t.co/CHe0BLZX1J
A5: teacher media literacy litmus test. Just because it's on Pinterest, does it mean it's accurate? Best practice?
This helped but I still don't really get Snapchat, but my teen daughter is helping me see why Ss use it. https://t.co/cCpMkC4VO5
A5: even if it means more time and effort on our end, learn new methods to teach Ss about media literacy because they need it
If it’s online and it looks pretty, it *must* be accurate… not! ;-) https://t.co/ofpGXYETqW
But the pretty Pinterest math worksheet must be best practice, right? https://t.co/CHe0BLZX1J
A5: teacher media literacy litmus test. Just because it's on Pinterest, does it mean it's accurate? Best practice?
A5: First and foremost, use it. https://t.co/zBRpLmoPtX
Q5 We talked a lot about media literacy for students. What does it mean to be a media-literate teacher?
About to land so got to run. So glad I "flew into" this eve since a favorite subj of mine. Excellent chat!
A5: just making sure there's an Internet connection, refreshing the browser, or even asking Ss a question can help media literacy.
A5 Interesting question as my desire to respond to vitriol against our work is often tempered by not wanting to acknowledge trolls
Many teachers in my building have set up twitter, but have maybe 3 tweets out there. How do we get more Ts on here?
Plz take brf srvey 2 infrm prject abt creation of Center 4 TL&Futuring of Edu. Have oppty 2 spk 2 an investr https://t.co/9corTOvzA9
A4: Ss need to see Tch using media correctly. Model & let them know why you are doing what you are. Hopefully that sticks outside.
A5:MediaLiteracy is SUCH a loaded issue. Take my own circumstances. If you read the nonsense on Google!1/2
thank you for joining us! Every Wed 8est
What further evidence do we need that we should to be preparing kids for jobs not yet invented?? https://t.co/qgv31Du7N5
The word "MODELING" cannot be overused in this chat tonight. It is so extremely important!
yes! Everyday. FB and Twitter. Have an agreement with . I post to him instead
Our last question (Q6) on its way!
. It seems like a few folks intentionally post to to aggravate and not celebrate?
A5: Ppl in positions of power (usually💰) control what's online + perspective of events. Narratives are biased.
This is so cool! I tell my students that all the time. They need to keep their options open https://t.co/8LjJUCjVLc
What further evidence do we need that we should to be preparing kids for jobs not yet invented?? https://t.co/qgv31Du7N5
Q6 What is one thing you can do tomorrow to bring media awareness in your classroom?
for many it is time. Need to demonstrate practical ways Twitter is used for everyday needs
I ran a district PD and had everyone sign up and start. A few have continued. As Anne Lamott said, "Bird by bird"
Last question for tonight before we go! https://t.co/4xhPEu8PnX
Q6 What is one thing you can do tomorrow to bring media awareness in your classroom?
For more on media literacy policies, look at
I've had my Twitter Accts suspended
just bc I criticized (aka ClassMofos)
A6: my Agenda for this evening: creating DBQs for the
2🕌Ss in SJ, CA awaiting trial for Ps Murder. It's such malarkey!! (i.e. BS)
A6: I plan on sharing as many "Red Nose" selfies as I can from around school tomorrow :)
A6: BE Positive and the model for all to follow
So true. Other day, colleague quipped "How'd you get that link so fast?" Me: Twitter She: Of course you did.
A6: I would be slowly incorporating some form of social media, media, or something that would engage students differently, a litmus
We must show them how to properly build their "digital story" for their career.Employers will want to see it https://t.co/ZLxWFG9Gu3
they don’t want future employers to see anything. Many will delete accounts.
A6: something that shows digital citizenship or digital ownership, by me or get Ss involved
Any thoughts on where you would start? https://t.co/lgJibQUWsz
A6: I would be slowly incorporating some form of social media, media, or something that would engage students differently, a litmus
