MEDIA AND INFORMATION LITERACY 4th Quarter Week 1 LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET Division of Surigao del Sur Disclaimer: This Learning Activity Sheet (LAS) is based on the Self-Learning Modules, Learner’s Materials, Textbooks and Teaching Guides released by DepEd Central Office. Furthermore, utilization of duly acknowledged external resources is purely of non-profit, for educational use and constitutes fair use. All Rights Reserved. Development Team Quality Assurance Team Developer: Chrisha D. Encendencia Illustrator Layout Artist: Evaluator/s: Jeromie B. Cezar & Fritch A. Paronda PSDS/DIC: Learning Area EPS: Edna E. Trinidad LAS Graphics and Design Credits: Title Page Art: Marieto Cleben V. Lozada Title Page Layout: Bryan L. Arreo Visual Cues Art: Ivin Mae M. Ambos For inquiries or feedback, please write or call: Department of Education – Division of Surigao del Sur Balilahan, Tandag City Telephone: (086) 211-3225 Email Address: surigaodelsur.division@deped.gov.ph Facebook: SurSur Division LRMS Updates Facebook Messenger: Learning Resource Concerns Telefax: Email Address: Competency: Cite an example of an issue showing the power of media and information to affect change o o o Objectives: At the end of the week, you shall have Identified possible opportunities and challenges of media and information to society; Analyzed the opportunities of the internet and examine its possible threats in different areas depending on the users’ behavior; and Reflected on how media and information can affect change, as well as know the responsibilities of the users through an essay. Learner’s Tasks Lesson Overview With the advancement of technology, the internet has created opportunity for media and information in terms of use, access, delivery, and application. And taking part in the information society is vital for nation building. Different media and information platforms are available online for storage and access. And with its significant growth in usage rate, it is the responsibility of users, especially the children and the young, to make use of its advantages and most importantly, identify the possible threats that come along with it. Empowering and educating the children and the young people on how to properly manage the risks related to internet is the best protection there is. Table 1. Opportunities and Challenges of Media and Information Opportunities Challenges Educational Economic Social - Availability of educational platforms - Tools used in teaching - MOOC - Employability - Ease of transactions - Business advertising - Ability to promote (tourism support) - Participation in Information sharing - Collaboration and connectivity (Using collaborative tools) - Freedom of expression 1 - Learner’s distraction - Vulnerable to plagiarism and copyright infringement - Online threats, money theft (E.g., Scam, Phishing) - Commercial Fraud - Inappropriate advertisement and marketing - Internet addiction - Misinformation, disinformation, malinformation - Invasion of data privacy & online security threats - Grounds for cyber crime - Inappropriate/illegal/harmful content Political - Public participation (E.g., Citizen journalism) - Watchdog role of journalism - Advocate more easily - Technological advancement (Machine voting) - Vulnerability to non-objectivity of media outlets 1 Although one has the right to freedom of expression, it is not absolute. There exists a limit threshold as to what extent one can exercise this right. Common limitations or boundaries to freedom of speech relate to libel, slander, obscenity, pornography, sedition, incitement, fighting words, classified information, copyright violation, trade secrets, food labeling, non-disclosure agreements, the right to privacy, dignity, the right to be forgotten, public security and perjury. The need to educate oneself in properly engaging with the internet in all matters that concern media and information is important. It depends on the users to make the most of the information found on the internet, utilizing it empower Filipino citizens and protect each one from mishandling this powerful tool in this digitalized age. Activity 1. Look for (3) friends who have personally experienced the different challenges posed by media and information on various sectors as discussed and fill in the table based on their answers. Name Challenge How did you What was the What lessons experienced deal with it? outcome? did you learn? 1. 2. 3. Activity 2. Written Work: Research a news article (2016 – up to present) on the internet about an event that shows the power of media and information to affect change or an event where media and information was instrumental in making a change. Cite the source of the news using APA style and write a summary and reaction about the article. Format and points • Citation – 3 points • Summary of event (4-6 sentences) – 5 points • Reaction (5-7 sentences) – 7 points The task of the media, especially national media outlets, is not and should not be to function as a mouthpiece for any government body or particular candidate. Its basic role is to enlighten and educate the public and act as a neutral, objective platform for the free debate of all points of view. 1 2 Reaction Guide Questions: 1. What media is important or instrumental during the event? (1 point) 2. Why do you think the identified media was instrumental or very important in this event? (3 points) 3. Was the outcome a positive or a negative change? Explain your answer. (3 points) Formative Test Directions: Read each question carefully and write a brief answer based on your understanding. 1. A former Philippine senator once said that “the internet was a marketplace of ideas, but now it’s a battlefield”. Cite specific scenarios that will support this claim. 2. The freedom of expression in the Philippines is partly free. Do you agree. Support your claims. Answer Key Activity 1. Answers may vary. Activity 2. Answers may vary. References Online Resources: Denial, A., 2021. Social Media: Opportunities and Challenges | The Journal of Optometric Education. [online] Journal.opted.org. Available at: <https://journal.opted.org/article/social-media-opportunities-and-challenges/> Unesco.mil-for-teachers.unaoc.org. 2021. Unit 2: Challenges and Risks in the Virtual World. [online] Available at: <http://unesco.mil-for-teachers.unaoc.org/modules/module7/unit-2/> Dungao, A., Carlos, J. and Villarin, V., 2021. Freedom of speech does not mean you can say anything you want. [online] Eagle News. Available at: <https://www.eaglenews.ph/freedom-of-speech-does-not-mean-you-can-sayanything-youwant/#:~:text=Examples%20of%20mandatory%20limitations%20to,well%20as%20la ws%20against%20obscenity.&text=One%20can%20see%20the%20lack,exercising%2 0their%20freedom%20of%20speech.> 3
