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English for Media Literacy

Master media literacy skills in English. Analyze various media types, develop critical thinking, and improve language proficiency.

Master media literacy skills in English. Analyze various media types, develop critical thinking, and improve language proficiency.

Explore U.S. media literacy in this course designed for non-native English speakers. Dive into various media types including newspapers, magazines, television, and social media. Develop a deeper understanding of media's role in our lives while expanding your vocabulary and honing language skills for media analysis. The course covers introduction to media literacy, fact vs. opinion identification, social vs. traditional media comparison, gender and identity representation, and culminates in a social media project. Gain valuable skills in critical thinking, media analysis, and English language proficiency, all within the context of contemporary media landscape.

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English for Media Literacy

This course includes

42 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

2,435

What you'll learn

  • Understand the concept of media literacy and its importance

  • Differentiate between facts and opinions in media content

  • Compare and contrast traditional and social media

  • Analyze advertisements and their targeting strategies

  • Identify various types of media bias

  • Evaluate diversity and representation in media

Skills you'll gain

media literacy
critical thinking
fact-checking
social media analysis
traditional media
advertising
bias recognition
diversity in media

This course includes:

1.5 Hours PreRecorded video

57 assignments

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FullTime access

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There are 5 modules in this course

This course teaches non-native English speakers about U.S. media literacy while improving their language skills. It covers various types of media, including traditional and social platforms. Students learn to critically analyze media messages, identify bias, and understand the importance of diversity in media representation. The course employs a mix of video lectures, readings, and interactive assignments to enhance both media literacy and English language proficiency. It emphasizes practical skills such as fact-checking, comparing media sources, and evaluating advertisements, culminating in a final project on social media analysis.

Introduction to Media Literacy

Module 1 · 8 Hours to complete

Types of Media: Traditional vs. Social

Module 2 · 8 Hours to complete

Advertising

Module 3 · 7 Hours to complete

Bias in the Media

Module 4 · 7 Hours to complete

Diversity and the Media

Module 5 · 10 Hours to complete

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Instructors

Lauren Fiori
Lauren Fiori

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1,04,113 Students

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Advising Specialist at the University of Pennsylvania

Lauren Fiori serves as an Advising Specialist at the English Language Programs (ELP) at the University of Pennsylvania, where she supports students in addressing academic concerns, course options, attendance questions, and ELP policies. Lauren joined the ELP as a lecturer in 2011 and transitioned into her current advising role in 2014. With experience teaching in Intensive Programs across the United States, South Korea, and the UAE, Lauren brings international expertise to her role. She holds a Bachelor's in Secondary Education and History from the University of Maryland and a Master's in Foreign Language Education/TESOL from Florida International University. Lauren is also pursuing her Doctorate in Educational Leadership at Saint Joseph’s University.

Ian Nichols
Ian Nichols

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371 Reviews

1,04,113 Students

1 Course

Language Specialist at the University of Pennsylvania

Ian Nichols is a Language Specialist at the English Language Programs (ELP) at the University of Pennsylvania, where he has been teaching since January 2012. Ian specializes in general English and courses like English for Science and Business English, with a strong focus on grammar, vocabulary, and academic writing. He has also mentored numerous TESOL students at Penn's Graduate School of Education. Prior to joining the ELP, Ian taught academic English at Seoul National University and Missouri State University and also instructed writing courses for native speakers at Missouri State. Ian holds a graduate certificate in TESOL and a Master’s in English Literature from Missouri State University.

English for Media Literacy

This course includes

42 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

2,435

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