In grades 2-3, students are still not yet able to think critically about technology, accepting online environments and activities at face value. However, their growing independence means they are looking for more information online, and they are starting to integrate computers and the Internet into their daily lives.
Questions about media violence have populated the headlines for almost as long as mass media has existed. Every few years, there’s a new line up of suspects: music, social media platforms, video games, television shows and movies.
The Web is full of great online resources for teachers and students, with new material appearing every day. With the arrival of National Media Education Week, teachers may be looking for fresh ideas to bring media education into the classroom. Here’s a quick overview of recently created (or recently discovered) resources that may help:
This outcome chart contains media-related learning outcomes from the Atlantic Provinces Education Foundation, English Language Arts curriculum, Grade 10, with links to supporting resources on the MediaSmarts site.
Each Atlantic Province follows closely the Atlantic Provinces Education Foundation Framework for English Language Arts. In this Framework, media literacy is integrated throughout the English Language Arts curriculum under the general learning outcomes of Speaking and Listening, Reading and Viewing and Writing and Other Ways of Representing.
This chart contains media-related learning outcomes from Ontario, Curriculum for Politics CPW4U: Canadian and International Politics, with links to supporting resources on the MediaSmarts site.
Explore and create
This outcome chart contains Media literacy learning expectations from the Alberta social studies curriculum, with links to supporting resources on the MediaSmarts site.
S.1 develop skills of critical thinking and creative thinking:
Welcome to MediaSmarts’ guide for families on navigating TikTok safely! In this resource we provide insights and practical tips for parents, guardians, caregivers and teachers to ensure a secure and positive experience for your teens on TikTok.
Contrary to stereotypes, youth do care about their privacy.
Overall Expectations
Students will demonstrate an understanding of the impact of colonialism experienced by Aboriginal peoples in Alberta and Canada.
Specific Expectations
Students will:
demonstrate an understanding of how cultural differences, social pressures and common misunderstandings can foster negative stereotypes: