As defined by the Center for Media Literacy, “Media Literacy is a 21st century approach to education. It provides a framework to access, analyze, evaluate and create messages in a variety of forms – from print to video to the Internet. Media literacy builds an understanding of the role of the media in society as well as essential skills of inquiry and self-expression necessary for citizens of a democracy” (Medialit.org). The media has the ability to manipulate and control the issues and opinions presented to the public. Being ‘media literate,’ is acting in such a way that questions the intentions and views presented from various media outlets. Recognizing that what the media ‘tells’ us is not always right. The media, I believe, always has ulterior motives. Whether that is in money or politics, as citizens of the United States, it is our obligation to be conscious of their deceptive practices. Media Literacy is important in a well functioning society. The Center for Media Literacy states, “Without this fundamental ability, an individual cannot have full dignity as a human person or exercise citizenship in a democratic society where to be a citizen is to both understand and contribute to the debates of the time” (Medialit.org). Media Literacy teaches people how to properly access and question the media in a productive and healthy fashion.
"What is Media Literacy? A Definition...and More. | Center for Media Literacy." Center for Media Literacy. N.p., n.d. Web. 30 Jan. 2011.
-Patrick Morgan
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