Knowledge
media and information literacy
The ability to access media, to understand and critically evaluate different aspects of the media and media content and to create communications in a variety of contexts. It involves a range of cognitive, emotional, and social competencies that include the use of text, tools and technologies, the skills of critical thinking and analysis, the practice of messaging composition and creativity and the ability to engage in reflection and ethical thinking.
Alternative Names
digital literacydigital information literacydigital media literacyliteracy of digital media aspectsmedia content literacy
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media and information literacy is listed as an essential skill for 1 occupation(s).
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media and information literacy is a useful but optional skill for 5 occupation(s).
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