Title: Exploring Media and Digital Literacies in a Zoom Meeting

Subject: Media Literacy / Digital Literacy

Grade Level: Elementary (4th or 5th grade)

Time Frame: 1-hour Zoom session

Objective:

By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:

1. Define media and digital literacy.

2. Identify different types of media and digital platforms.

3. Recognize and evaluate media messages and online content critically.

4. Demonstrate responsible and safe behavior in digital environments.

Materials:

1. Zoom meeting platform

2. PowerPoint presentation or visual aids (for screen sharing)

3. Whiteboard and markers

4. Printed media examples (e.g., advertisements, book covers, magazine pages) (optional)

5. Online media examples (websites, videos) (for screen sharing)

6. Chart paper and markers

7. Handouts or worksheets for activities (shared via Zoom's file-sharing feature)

Procedure:

I. Introduction (5 minutes)

A. Welcome the students to the Zoom meeting and introduce the topic of media and digital literacy.

B. Engage students by asking them to share their experiences with different types of media and
digital platforms.
II. Media Literacy (15 minutes)

A. Share your screen and present a PowerPoint slide defining media literacy in simple terms.

B. Discuss different types of media (e.g., books, TV shows, movies, advertisements) and ask
students to provide examples.

C. Show media examples on the screen or share pictures of printed media examples, and guide
students to analyze them by asking questions about the purpose, audience, and messages portrayed.

III. Digital Literacy (15 minutes)

A. Share your screen and present a PowerPoint slide defining digital literacy in kid-friendly
language.

B. Discuss different digital platforms and tools (e.g., websites, social media, online games) and ask
students to share their experiences.

C. Discuss the importance of online safety, such as protecting personal information, avoiding
strangers online, and being mindful of cyberbullying.

IV. Analyzing Media Messages (15 minutes)

A. Share your screen and present media examples (e.g., advertisements, book covers, website
screenshots) on the screen or through file sharing.

B. Guide students to analyze each example by asking questions about the intended message,
persuasive techniques, and potential biases or stereotypes.

C. Use the Zoom chat or breakout rooms feature to facilitate small-group discussions where
students can share their observations and interpretations.

V. Online Content Evaluation (15 minutes)

A. Discuss the importance of evaluating online content for accuracy and reliability.

B. Introduce strategies for evaluating online information, such as checking multiple sources and
considering the author's expertise.

C. Share online media examples (websites, videos) on the screen or through screen sharing, and
guide students to apply the evaluation strategies discussed.

D. Use the Zoom chat or polling feature to gather students' opinions and responses.

VI. Responsible Digital Behavior (10 minutes)

A. Discuss the concept of responsible digital behavior, including being respectful to others online,
avoiding sharing personal information, and reporting inappropriate content.
 B. Brainstorm a list of digital behavior guidelines as a class, such as using polite language, thinking
before posting, and seeking adult help if something seems unsafe or uncomfortable.

C. Use the Zoom whiteboard or screen annotation feature to create a digital behavior chart,
highlighting the agreed-upon guidelines.

VII. Application and Reflection (10 minutes)

A. Distribute handouts or worksheets with scenarios related to media and digital literacy through
Zoom's file-sharing feature.

B. Instruct students to analyze the scenarios individually or in breakout rooms, applying the
concepts learned in the lesson.

C. Use