An Approach to Digital Literacy through the Integration of Media and Information Literacy

Type

Article

Author

Marcus Leaning

Year

2019

Publisher

Media and Communication

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Abstract

Digital literacy often serves as an ‘umbrella’ term for a range of distinct educational practices which seek to equip the user to function in digitally rich societies. This article explores two of these practices, information literacy and media literacy and through an examination of their histories and practices proposes a future direction for digital literacy. The article consists of three main sections. Section one considers the history of information literacy. The gradual development and refinement of information literacy is traced through a number of key texts and proclamations. Section two is concerned with media literacy. It is noted that media literacy education evolved in three broad strands with each pursuing differing political ends and utilising different techniques. The three approaches are still evident and differences in contemporary media education practices can be understood through this framework.

Language

English

Keywords

Media and Information Literacy, Digital Literacy

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