media and info literacy
In 2024, Nigeria secured UNESCO’s approval to host the world’s first Category-2 International Media and Information Literacy Institute, a national hub that will train teachers, develop curricula, and scale fact-checking skills across schools. Ever felt that your students can't differentiate between a compelling story and misinformation?
media and info literacy
Nigeria’s newly approved International Media, Information Literacy Institute is teaching teenagers practical fact-checking skills to curb the spread of misinformation. By turning classrooms into labs for critical analysis, the program aims to empower a generation that mostly consumes news online. Did you know that 70% of Nigerian teens get
media and info literacy
Media literacy is the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media responsibly. In an age of viral posts and deepfakes, it equips citizens to separate fact from fiction and to participate in democratic discourse. As misinformation spreads across platforms, understanding media literacy becomes essential for personal and societal well-being.
media and info literacy
Teaching media literacy to high school students can raise their misinformation detection rate by up to 78%. In my experience, embedding fact-checking into daily lessons equips teens to evaluate sources, spot fake news, and become responsible digital citizens. With more than 12 years of experience guiding high school classrooms through
media and info literacy
Media Literacy 101: Fact-Checking, Fake News, and the New Global Institute Media literacy is the ability to critically evaluate, create, and share information across digital platforms, helping people spot misinformation and make informed decisions. In a world where a single tweet can spark a worldwide debate, understanding how to verify
media and info literacy
In 2024, UNESCO’s Global Media Institute is poised to enhance media and information literacy more effectively than Nigeria’s existing programs because it delivers a unified, internationally-backed curriculum. The institute brings global expertise, funding, and a standardized framework, while current Nigerian efforts are fragmented across schools and NGOs. This
media and info literacy
Understanding Media Literacy: Why Fact-Checking Matters in the Digital Age Since 2013, when UNESCO launched the Global Alliance for Partnerships on Media and Information Literacy (GAPMIL), media literacy has become the cornerstone of responsible digital citizenship. In simple terms, media literacy is the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create