Welcome to this week’s edition of Media Lit Minute! We’re highlighting recent advancements and programs that are advancing media literacy and critical thinking skills. Here’s what’s happening:
📝 UM Supports Storytelling in Indigenous Communities: The University of Montana has received a $250,000 grant to support storytelling in rural Indigenous communities. This initiative aims to empower these communities by enhancing media literacy and providing platforms for sharing their stories [NBC Montana].
📰 Teen Beat Column: The HeraldNet in Washington state introduces “The Teen Beat,” a new column written by teens for both teens and adults. This initiative provides a platform for young voices to discuss media, current events, and social issues, promoting media literacy among youth.
🧠 Media Literacy and Health Summit: Maryland Humanities, a non-profit organization, recently held a summit on media literacy and health in response to a tumultuous news week. The event focused on the intersection of media literacy and public health, emphasizing the importance of accurate information in healthcare [WYPR].
📚 Youth Media Literacy Camp: Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) hosted a camp to boost media literacy among youth. The program included workshops and activities designed to enhance students’ understanding of media and improve their critical thinking skills [DNJ].
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