In this episode, Sue Thotz from Common Sense Media shares with Chris Hoang and Scott Moss the importance of Media Literacy. She provides examples as to how this is applicable to our everyday lives and why it is important for our students to become aware of what they are consuming, especially as deep fakes begin to emerge. She also shares different examples from the Common Sense Media curriculum that parents, guardians, and educators can utilize to help students better equipped to navigate the various types of media they consume.
Sue Thotz is the Director of Outreach for Common Sense Media. Which, as the name implies, focuses on common sense with media. Common Sense Media’s mission is to change that and believes that works to make the digital world better for kids and their families. They acknowledge that most technology wasn't built with kids in mind, they were built for adults. As a result, we need to educate and support our kids with understanding how to use the technology in a positive way.
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