Cable in the Classroom

How media smart are you? How about your children or students? Sometimes called media literacy or information literacy, it’s a key 21st Century skill because it provides a framework and method to think critically about the media you consume and create. Being media smart also means you know how to use television, the Internet and other technologies safely, productively and ethically.

Media Literacy
Learn what critical thinking skills are needed for media literacy and how to teach those skills to children.
	Teachers Explore extensive resources on teaching and learning media literacy.
	Parents Sharpen your own media skills and get guidelines on conversations you can have with your children about media and technology.

Digital Safety and Ethics
Children must learn how to use media and technology resources safely and responsibly. The resources in this section help you teach them to do that.
	Digital Safety Teach kids how to protect themselves online.
	Digital Ethics Teach ethical, courteous, and productive behavior while using media.

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Media Literacy

Digital Safety and Ethics