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Quarter 1 - Module 3: Responsible Use of Media and Information
Quarter 1 - Module 3: Responsible Use of Media and Information
Quarter 1 - Module 3: Responsible Use of Media and Information
Media and
Information
Literacy
Quarter 1 – Module 3:
Responsible use of Media and
Information
Media and Information Literacy – Grade 11/12
Self-Learning Module (SLM)
Quarter 1 – Module 3: Responsible use of Media and Information
First Edition, 2020
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What I Need to Know
This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you
master the Responsible Use of Media and Information. The scope of this module
permits it to be used in many different learning situations. The language used
recognizes the diverse vocabulary level of students. The lessons are arranged to
follow the standard sequence of the course. But the order in which you read them
can be changed to correspond with the textbook you are now using.
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Definition of Terms
Digital Access
Digital Literacy
Etiquette
Flame War
Netiquette
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What I Know
Write the word True if the statement is correct, and False if not. Write your answer
in your activity notebook.
__________2. Every human being has the full authority to post whatever he/she
wants without being reprimanded by the authority.
__________6. Paying attention to one’s health and welfare while online is an element
of Digital Citizenship.
__________7. Respecting and protecting oneself are the only main elements of Digital
Citizenship.
__________10. Having an open mind and heart is a must in the digital world.
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Lesson
Responsible Use Of Media
3 and Information
Media and other information providers play a central role in information and
communication processes. Nowadays, media become the common outlet of self-
expression and creativity. Its huge influence spreads speedily across the globe. The
connection between technological advances and people’s connectivity created a
huge impact on the lives of today’s generation. This module covers all the above-
mentioned concepts.
What’s In
Media and Information literacy recognizes the primary role of information and
media in our everyday lives. Empowerment of people through Media and
Information Literacy (MIL) is an important prerequisite for fostering equitable
access to information and knowledge and promoting free, independent and
pluralistic media and information systems. Media and Information Literacy is
compose of three main concepts: Media Literacy, Information Literacy and
Technology/Digital Literacy. Developing necessary skills and competencies in
regards with these concepts is an effective way to use and produce information
from the traditional and new media.
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What’s New
Answer the following questions briefly. Write your answer in your activity notebook.
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What is It
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The elements (9 elements of digital citizenship) have also been organized under the
principles of respect, educate and protect. To fully grasp it, take a look on the
image below.
Source: https://in.pinterest.com/amp/pin/ARYF19tt5xpZikdQK1h2jU9cEc5xPUIV4b68gOZmlB-5tJYDO5YIEow/
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Digital citizenship also includes Digital Etiquette which pertains to electronic
standards of conduct or procedures and has to do with the process of thinking
about others when using digital devices. Recognizing Online Proper conduct is a
must and it has something to do with “Netiquette”.
Merriam- Webster dictionary defined Netiquette as set of rules about the proper
and polite way to communicate with other people when using the internet.
Common issues in the digital world such as bashing and online bullying occur due
to improper conduct online. As a responsible online user, the following core rules
should be taken into consideration;
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To understand the ideas on the rules of netiquette, remember the following:
(Netiquette by Virginia Shea. (1990-2004))
Rule 2: Adhere to the same standards of behavior online that you follow in real life.
Be ethical.
Breaking the law is bad etiquette. Do your best to act within the laws
of society and cyberspace.
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Rule 9: Don't abuse your power.
The more power you have, the more important it is that you use
it well.
Learning is never ending, the more information we have, the more we seek for more.
With the birth of technology, access to information comes at the tip of our fingers.
However, despite of the leisure technology offers, people tend to abuse it resulting
to human conflict. Proper online conduct is a must every time in contact with the
digital world to avoid unpleasant situations.
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What’s More
Activity 1: Based from your readings, answer the following in your activity
notebook.
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b. What are the dangers that may result from abusing technology?
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c. How do you see the concept of Proper Online Conduct in today’s time?
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What I Have Learned
Activity: Complete the sentences below. Write your answer in your activity
notebook.
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2. We need to bear in mind the netiquette rules every time we are in contact with
the digital world because…
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What I Can Do
Instruction: Referring to the media tree below, come up five of your own netiquette
rules and discuss their positive outcome in two to three sentences. Write your
answer in your activity notebook.
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Assessment
Activity 1: Give one (1) digital issue in the Philippines that resulted from improper
online conduct, discuss the problem and suggest solutions to address it. Discuss it
in 5 sentences. Do it in your activity notebook.
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Rubric
There are no There are 1-2 There are 3-5 There are
grammatical/ grammatical/ grammatical/ more than 5
Mechanics mechanical mechanical mechanical grammatical/
errors on the errors on the errors on the mechanical
paper. paper. paper. errors on the
paper.
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Activity 2: Write the word True if the statement is correct, and False if not. Write
your answer in your activity notebook.
__________2. Every human being has the full authority to post whatever he/she
wants without being reprimanded by the authority.
__________6. Paying attention to one’s health and welfare while online is an element
of Digital Citizenship.
__________7. Respecting and protecting oneself are the only main elements of Digital
Citizenship.
__________10. Having an open mind and heart is a must in the digital world.
__________12. Posting anything that comes to your mind is your personal business
alone and no one else.
__________13. Using correct spelling and grammar means looking good online.
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Additional Activities
Analyze the image below and answer the questions that follow.
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Answer Key
15. TRUE
14. FALSE
13. TRUE
12. FALSE
11. TRUE
10. TRUE 10. TRUE
9. FALSE 9. FALSE
8. FALSE 8. FALSE
7. FALSE 7. FALSE
6. TRUE 6. TRUE
5. FALSE 5. FALSE
4. TRUE 4. TRUE
3. TRUE 3. TRUE
2. FALSE 2. FALSE
1. FALSE 1. FALSE
References
Commission on higher Education, 2016. Teaching Guide for Senior High
School MEDIA AND INFORMATION LITERACY CORE SUBJECT.
Digital Access (n.d) Retrieved June 27, 2020 from
http://laurabiancoedtech.weebly.com/digital-access.html
Shea, V. (1990-2004). Netiquette. Albion Books. Retrieved July 25, 2020 from
http://www.a
lbion.com/netiquette/book/0963702513p4.html
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