Science

In the Nova Scotia Science curriculum, digital and media literacy expectations fall under the general curriculum outcome of Science, Technology, Society and the Environment (STSE). These include "the skills required for scientific and technological inquiry, for solving problems, for communicating scientific ideas and results, for working collaboratively, and for making informed decisions" and " attitudes that support the responsible acquisition and application of scientific and technological knowledge to the mutual benefit of self, society, and the environment."

Effective Debunking

Because social media makes us all broadcasters, we have a responsibility not just to avoid sharing misinformation but to take action when people in our network share it.

Outcome Chart - British Columbia - English 12 First Peoples

This outcome chart contains media-related learning outcomes from the British Columbia, Grade 12 English First Peoples curriculum, with links to supporting resources on the MediaSmarts site.

Getting the Goods: Finding and Evaluating Science and Health Information

Two of the most important kinds of information we look for online are about health and science. Because most of us aren’t experts on these topics, we rely on people and organizations who are experts for good information. MediaSmarts has developed new resources to help youth and adults find and recognize good information on science and health online.

Drama 12

Curricular Competencies

Explore and create

Outcome Chart - Manitoba - Personal Finance 20S/20E/20M

Overall Expectations:

GLO 1.1: Demonstrate critical, creative, and innovative thinking.

Specific Expectations:

10.2.1.4 Assess the value of emerging trends in technology

Outcome Chart - Ontario - Healthy Living Grade 11

This outcome chart contains media-related learning outcomes from the Ontario, Grade 11 Healthy Active Living curriculum, with links to supporting resources on the MediaSmarts site.

Rogers invests in digital and media literacy as a Gold Sponsor of MediaSmarts

Ottawa, January 14, 2013 – MediaSmarts (formerly known as Media Awareness Network) is pleased to announce that Rogers has joined the organization’s team of supporters as a Gold Sponsor.

Outcome Chart - Ontario - Economics CIA4U: Analysing Current Economic Issues

This chart contains media-related learning outcomes from Ontario, Curriculum for Economics CIA4U: Analysing Current Economic Issues, with links to supporting resources on the MediaSmarts site.

Outcome Chart - British Columbia - Media Arts 10

Curricular Competencies

Explore and create

• Create media art using sensory inspiration, imagination, and inquiry
• Explore artistic possibilities and take creative risks using various sources of inspiration
• Create artistic works with an audience in mind
• Create artistic works to reflect personal voice, story, and values
• Develop and refine skills and techniques in creating media artwork
• Demonstrate safe and responsible