Learning objectives

In this module, you will:

• Understand what media literacy is and why it matters in both traditional and modern media environments.
• Recognise how media influences beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours.
• Learn to question and evaluate the messages you receive — in newspapers, advertisements, news reports, documentaries, and more.
• Gain a foundation for analysing media from multiple sources — not just online, but also offline.
• Understand the power behind media narratives and how they affect civic life, especially in areas like climate change, health, and democracy.