Bridging Service-Learning with Media Literacy: Creating Contexts for Communication Students to Educate Youth on Media Content, Consumption, and Effects

Abstract

Courses: Mediated Communication Theory; Media Criticism; Media Literacy; Senior Capstone

Objectives: (a) To utilize service-learning to educate youth on media literacy; (b) to apply course materials and witness the connection between theory and practice; and (c) to promote personal and social responsibility through civic engagement

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Angela M. Paradise

Dr. Angela M. Paradise, Stonehill College, Department of Communication, 320 Washington Street, Cushing Martin #115, Easton, 02357, U.S.A