LibGuides: Media Literacy : Podcasts and Blogs

Podcasts

Is it a fact? ”Is that a fact?” is produced by the non-partisan national education non-profit the News Literacy Project. It seeks to inform listeners about news literacy issues that affect their lives through informative conversations with experts working to combat misinformation.”
Minds over Media “Media literacy is the key to nurturing informed, discerning, and empowered students. Our podcast is your resource to navigate this dynamic field, providing you with the tools to guide your students toward understanding and using media effectively.”
News over Noise “[E]xplores the challenge of separating spin and click-bait from good journalism and why it matters. This podcast empowers our citizenry by giving listeners the tools they need to balance staying informed while protecting their well-being and the public good.”
UNESCO Media and Information Literacy “[C]entered on developing the concepts and competencies of Media and Information Literacy (MIL), to enrich our knowledge and understanding of how to critically search, read, analyze, and utilize information, media content, as well as digital technologies, enabling us to become active, media-literate citizens. Here we can hear stories from all over the world and practical advice from media experts in a content-based learning to educate and raise awareness of media and information literacy and digital competencies.”

International Council for Media Literacy News and commentary from the Journal for Media Literacy team.
MediaEd News and commentary from the Media Education Lab focused on research that is “applied and practical, designed to further our understanding of ‘what works’ in the field.”
Media Literacy Now News and commentary focused on fostering a “public education system that ensures all students learn the 21st century literacy skills they need for health, well-being, economic participation, and citizenship.”
Media Smarts Commentary on a range of media literacy issues to promote critical thinking skills and engage with media to foster active and informed digital citizens.
Misinformation Watch Often updated resource that debunks and debates misinformation and disinformation.