Media Literacy Week
October 23-27, 2023
Lessons from MediaSmarts
Tuesday, October 24: Understand
Grades K-3: Looking At Food Advertising - Printable activity sheet
Grades 7-8: Thinking about Hate - **Plug and play video lesson available
Digital Citizen's Day - October 25, 2023
Focus on spreading positivity online through kindness and respect
Spread the Word
Consider posting on social media using one of the following suggested posts from MediaSmarts:
October 23-27 marks #MediaLitWk! Literacy means more than reading – it's about decoding media messages that shape our world. Find out more: https://mediasmarts.ca/digital-media-literacy/general-information/digital-media-literacy-fundamentals/why-teach-digital-media-literacy
Wishing you a fantastic Media Literacy Week, Canada! Let's all learn the fundamentals of digital media literacy and why it’s so important: https://mediasmarts.ca/digital-media-literacy/general-information/digital-media-literacy-fundamentals/what-digital-media-literacy #MediaLitWk
I’m proud to celebrate #MediaLitWk in the classroom! Here’s how your K-12 class can get involved: https://mediasmarts.ca/mlw-teachers-hub
It’s #MediaLitWk! [Share what you’re doing to integrate digital media literacy education into your classroom this week]. Let’s build a media savvy generation! www.medialiteracyweek.ca
Small actions can make a big impact. Let's amplify positivity and create a better digital world together! #DigitalCitizenDay www.digitalcitizenday.ca
Safety and respect should shape every click. Remember to think before you post, use respectful language, and be mindful of others' feelings. #DigitalCitizenDay www.digitalcitizenday.ca
Own your online presence and make it positive. This #DigitalCitizenDay let’s make a pledge to be more responsible with our actions online! www.digitalcitizenday.ca
mlw2023-tip-poster (1).pdfAdditional social media post suggestions can be found in the 2023 Promo Kit.
Additional Activities from Common Sense Education
2023 Media Literacy Week Activities.pdf