media literacy

American  

[mee-dee-uh lit-er-uh-see] / ˈmi di ə ˌlɪt ər ə si /

noun

1. the ability or skills to critically analyze for accuracy, credibility, or evidence of bias the content created and consumed in various media, including radio and television, the internet, and social media.

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Etymology

Origin of media literacy

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

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media literacy

Nor will media literacy programs, stronger education about viruses, centralized hubs for medical information, “prebunking” campaigns, or community engagement programs—all good ideas from experts that still cannot meet the sheer force of our paranoia.

From Slate ● Aug. 26, 2026

Media fatigue is rampant, while media literacy is declining.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 28, 2026

On one hand, AI videos that are almost indistinguishable from reality pose a real problem, Ms Lingel said, especially for young kids who don't yet have media literacy.

From BBC ● Dec. 26, 2025

The only effective solution is critical media literacy.

From Salon ● Jan. 26, 2025

The emergence of a networked culture, accompanied by an ethic of media literacy, open discussion and direct action held the promise of a more responsive political system wherever it spread.

From Open Source Democracy by Douglas Rushkoff