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Author
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Kahne, J., Lee, N. J., & Feezell, J. T.
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Year
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2012
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Publisher
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International journal of communication, 6, 24-24.
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Abstract
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The article investigates whether media literacy education can enhance youth civic and political engagement. Using a longitudinal panel dataset of high school and college students, it provides rare quantitative evidence on the prevalence and impact of media literacy education. The study finds that exposure to media literacy education is not strongly tied to demographic characteristics. Controlling for prior political interest and online political activity, the results show that digital media literacy education is associated with higher levels of online political engagement. It also links media literacy exposure to greater interaction with diverse political perspectives, suggesting its democratic potential.