Advanced Certificate in Media Literacy for Media Literacy Practices

• Advanced Media Analysis: This unit will cover the advanced analysis of media messages, focusing on the role of media in shaping society, culture, and individuals. Students will learn to deconstruct media messages and understand the underlying values, ideologies, and power dynamics.
• Digital Media Production: This unit will cover the production of digital media content, including video, audio, and text-based media. Students will learn about the technical aspects of media production, as well as the ethical considerations involved in creating media for various audiences.
• Media Literacy in the Classroom: This unit will focus on the application of media literacy principles in educational settings. Students will learn how to develop and implement media literacy curricula, as well as how to assess student learning and engagement in media literacy activities.
• Media and Democracy: This unit will explore the relationship between media and democracy, focusing on the role of media in shaping public opinion, political discourse, and civic engagement. Students will learn about the history of media and democracy, as well as current trends and challenges in this area.
• Critical Media Consumption: This unit will cover the critical consumption of media, focusing on the importance of evaluating media messages for accuracy, bias, and credibility. Students will learn strategies for identifying media manipulation and propaganda, as well as how to effectively communicate their own perspectives and ideas through media.
• Media Ethics: This unit will explore the ethical considerations involved in media production, distribution, and consumption. Students will learn about the codes of ethics governing media professionals, as well as the ethical implications of media on individuals, communities, and society as a whole.
• Global Media Systems: This unit will cover the global media landscape, focusing on the economic, political, and cultural factors that shape media systems around the world. Students will learn about the challenges and opportunities associated with global media, as well as the role of media in promoting cross-cultural understanding and global citizenship.
• Media and Social Justice: This unit will explore the role of media in promoting social justice, focusing on the ways in which media can be used to challenge oppression, promote equality, and advocate for social change. Students will learn about the history of media and social justice, as well as current trends and challenges in this area.