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About the Digital Media Literacy Course:

In today’s interconnected digital landscape, equipping high school students with advanced critical thinking and inquiry skills is essential. This course prepares students with the knowledge and competencies needed to succeed at LFA and beyond.

By comprehensively exploring digital media literacy, students will critically evaluate information, engage ethically with emerging technologies, and develop creative problem-solving skills. Topics include AI ethics, 3D printing, copyright principles, foundational research, and digital literacy. Practical experience with platforms like Google Workspace, Notability, and Canvas enhances productivity and organization.

By the end of the course, students will be equipped to navigate the evolving digital world with confidence, assess information critically, and engage with technology responsibly in academic and real-world contexts.

Key competencies include:

Navigating and critically evaluating digital and physical information sources.
Understanding intellectual property and ethical technology use.
Developing creative design thinking skills through 3D printing and fabrication.
Exploring the societal implications of AI and practicing responsible prompt creation.
Engaging with digital tools to streamline workflows and support academic success.

Empowering Students with Essential Digital Media Literacy Skills: Critical Thinking, Ethical Technology Use, and Creative Innovation

Digital Productivity and Organization
- Mastering tools like Canvas, Notability, Google Workspace, and NoodleTools to efficiently manage assignments, organize files, and streamline workflows.
Research and Information Literacy
- Navigating digital and physical library resources, utilizing databases, and identifying credible sources for academic research.
Critical Thinking
- Applying frameworks like the 5Ws to evaluate the credibility of online content and analyzing the bias and quality of podcasts.
Ethical Use of Technology
- Understanding principles of copyright, fair use, and public domain; respecting creators’ rights while adhering to ethical practices in digital spaces.
AI Literacy and Responsible Use
- Learning the basics of AI, exploring ethical considerations, and crafting effective and responsible AI prompts for high-quality outputs.
Data Management and Visualization
- Using Google Sheets for data analysis, applying formulas, and creating visual representations of data to enhance decision-making.
Media and Information Critique
- Developing the ability to critically assess diverse media formats, such as podcasts and online articles, for quality, credibility, and bias.
Technological Innovation
- Gaining hands-on experience with design thinking and 3D printing, fostering creativity and problem-solving in the digital age.
Collaboration and Academic Integrity
- Sharing and collaborating on research projects through NoodleTools while maintaining ethical research practices.
Multimodal Literacy

Exploring e-resources, podcasts, and digital archives to expand literacy across various media formats and platforms.

These skills collectively empower students to navigate the digital world responsibly, think critically, and utilize technology for effective learning and creative innovation.