Media Literacy
In today’s digital era, understanding media’s influence is essential for educators and youth workers. This comprehensive course delves into the intricacies of media production, the impact of social media on youth self-image, and equips you with practical tools to enhance students’ media literacy. Through interactive workshops, field trips, and collaborative discussions, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of media’s role in education and develop strategies to empower students in critically engaging with media.
What You’ll Learn:
This course covers a wide range of topics essential for modern education:
- Media Literacy Fundamentals: Understand the core concepts and importance of media literacy in today’s world.
- News Production Processes: Gain insights into how news and articles are created, and the considerations journalists must account for.
- Social Media’s Impact: Explore the effects of social media on young people’s self-image and learn strategies to support healthy self-esteem development.
- Critical Analysis Skills: Develop abilities to analyze information sources, recognize biases, and understand the influence of algorithms.
- Educational Integration: Create actionable plans to incorporate media literacy into your teaching or educational programs.
Course Highlights:
- Interactive Workshops: Engage in discussions and hands-on activities that promote active participation and deeper understanding.
- Field Trips: Experience real-world media environments, including a visit to Tampere, to observe media production firsthand.
- Collaborative Projects: Work individually and in groups to develop concrete action plans tailored for your educational context.
- Expert Guidance: Learn from experienced educators and researchers specializing in media literacy and educational psychology.
- Cultural Immersion: Participate in activities that provide insights into Finnish culture and its educational system.
This course combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, ensuring you can immediately implement innovative strategies in your educational setting.
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- Certificate of attendance
- School visits
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By the end of this course, you will:
- Have a comprehensive understanding of media literacy and its relevance in education.
- Be equipped to teach students how to critically analyze media content and understand the mechanics behind it.
- Recognize the impact of social media on youth and implement strategies to support positive self-image among students.
- Possess a toolkit of resources and an action plan to enhance media literacy education in your institution.
- Be prepared to foster a more informed and critical student body capable of navigating the complexities of modern media.
This course is ideal for educators, youth workers, and educational support staff involved in creating educational programs and materials, who are keen to enhance their understanding of media literacy and its application in educational settings.
Suvi is an expert in educational psychology with a broad understanding of education and a deep insight into the human mind and learning. She holds a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Helsinki and has taught students in an innovative educational psychology program. Suvi’s teaching experience includes lecturing, supervising pre-service teachers, and facilitating group processes in phenomenon-based learning. Her research has focused on teacher-student interaction, and she has also studied media education as part of her teacher training. With grassroots experience as a classroom teacher, youth worker, and camp supervisor, she brings practical knowledge of working with children and teenagers to her work in teacher education and training.
This is a provisional program.
Day 1, Sunday
08:30–10:00 – Workshop and videos on media literacy.
10:00–12:30 – Field trip to a radio station in Raasepori.
12:30–14:30 – Lunch and reflection.
Day 2, Monday
08:30–10:00 – Workshop and videos on algorithms.
10:00–12:30 – Workshop continuation and group discussions.
12:30–14:30 – Researcher interview about media trends and impact.
Day 3, Tuesday
08:30–10:00 – Travel to Tampere.
10:00–12:30 – Visit Tampere Mediapolis for presentations on schools’ media tutors and children’s news production by Mari Vesanummi.
12:30–14:30 – Visit media museum Rupriikki.
14:30–18:00 – Return trip.
Day 4, Wednesday
08:30–10:00 – Observation or participation in a media literacy workshop with students.
10:00–12:30 – Lunch at school and reflections on classroom practices.
12:30–14:30 – Interview key actors involved in media literacy education.
Day 5, Thursday
08:30–10:00 – Media literacy workshop activities.
10:00–12:30 – Group discussions on developing an action plan for media literacy integration.
12:30–14:30 – Media panel discussion with experts.
Day 6, Friday
08:30–10:00 – Visit the media museum Merkki in Helsinki.
10:00–12:30 – Lunch, reflections, and certificate ceremony.
