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Media Literacy Masters

Lesson Plan

Media Literacy Masters

Evaluate media for bias and misinformation

Students will learn how to critically evaluate media and recognize bias, propaganda, and misinformation. This lesson is important as it empowers students to think critically and make informed decisions about the information they consume.

Audience

Contenders (ages 11-12)

Time

1 hour 30 minutes

Approach

Evaluate media for bias and misinformation

Materials

Projector/Computer, Printed Media Samples, Worksheet: Identifying Bias and Propaganda, and Discussion Questions: Evaluating Media

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Greet students and introduce the topic of media literacy.
  • Briefly explain the importance of being able to evaluate media critically.
  • Show a short, neutral media clip to start the conversation.

Step 2

Understanding Media and Bias

20 mins

Step 3

Group Activity: Analyzing Media

30 mins

  • Divide students into groups and provide printed media samples to each group.
  • Have each group identify possible bias and propaganda techniques in their samples.
  • Ask groups to present their findings to the class.

Step 4

Media Creation Activity

20 mins

  • Ask students to create their own media piece (e.g., a news article, social media post).
  • Once completed, have students analyze their own or a peer's media piece for potential bias.
  • Facilitate a brief presentation of each student's media creation, focusing on the identified biases.

Step 5

Worksheet: Identifying Bias and Propaganda

20 mins

  • Distribute the worksheet 'Identifying Bias and Propaganda'.
  • Allow students to work individually or in pairs to complete the worksheet.
  • Discuss answers together as a class after completion.

Step 6

Discussion: Evaluating Media

10 mins

  • Engage students in a discussion using the provided discussion questions.
  • Encourage students to think about how media can influence opinions and decisions.
  • Summarize key points learned in the lesson.

Step 7

Closure

10 mins

  • Recap the importance of media literacy.
  • Ask students to share one thing they learned or found interesting.
  • Provide additional resources for further learning.
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Discussion

Discussion: Evaluating Media

Discussion questions to engage students in thinking critically about media and its impact.

What is media bias, and can you give an example?

Discuss how some media outlets may present information with a particular point of view, influencing the audience's perception.







How can recognizing propaganda help you make better decisions?

Explain how being aware of persuasive techniques can reduce the influence of misleading information.







Why is it important to evaluate the credibility of a source?

Highlight the importance of verifying information to avoid spreading false or biased content.







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Worksheet

Worksheet: Identifying Bias and Propaganda

A worksheet to help students practice identifying bias and propaganda in different media samples.

Find an example of bias in one of the media samples provided and explain your reasoning.

Look for language that seems to favor one side over another.







Identify any propaganda techniques used in a media sample. What technique is used and how?

Look for methods like name-calling, bandwagon, or testimonial.







Evaluate the credibility of one of the sources. What makes it credible or not?

Consider the author's background, evidence provided, and how the information is presented.







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