In this episode we start our discussion on media literacy with an overview and connecting to research skills. Mandie Thompson, instructional coach, joins the conversation as cohost. We discuss the main components of media literacy and why it's so important to incorporate into today's classroom. We also connect media literacy skills with student research projects.

Links:

• Core Principles of Media Literacy Education - NAMLE
• SIFT Framework
• Common Sense Media - Media Literacy
• Be Internet Awesome - Media Literacy
• MagicSchool for Students