MLE512 Teaching Media and Cultural Literacy for Middle Level Students

This course provides an in--depth study of the essential role of technology and media literacy for middle level students. The course helps to inform middle level teachers of resources available and involves the students in a variety of media and technological experiences. This course also provides an historical perspective and study on the status of children and society and the impact of media and technological influences on the young adolescent culture and its many facets. Students develop skills in teaching media literacy, critical thinking, consumer education, analyses of advertising, developing proactive behaviors that engage students as models of proactive media consumerism. Students develop curricula using media activities appropriate for middle level students which are consistent with middle level curriculum goals. 3 semester hours