Introductory Post EDUC6810

My name is Marlisa and I live in Philippi, WV. I work part-time in the Counseling & Disability Services here at Fairmont State, and I also babysit/tutor elementary children after school. Currently, I have 12 hours and anticipate to graduate with my M.Ed. in Digital Media this summer.

I'm very excited for this course, primarily because I had Inclusive Classroom Practices as an undergrad (with Dr. Lindstrom) and I absolutely loved it! I anticipate to learn about the current research and issues surrounding critical media literacy, in hopes that I will be able to relay knowledge about this innovative field to teachers, parents, and children.

Here is my Animoto video to give you a little insight about myself. Hope you all like it! :)





Why is teaching media literacy important?
There are many ways in which the public school system needs to be reformed, and teaching media literacy can be that initial stepping stone. Everyday we are faced with advertisements as we watch television, check our email, and even as we listen to the radio on our commute to work. The corporations that produce these brilliant and hypnotizing ads are actually created with powerful psychological tools. By introducing media literacy into schools we can not only arm students with the tools necessary to decode these messages, but we can also bridge a connection between school and their 21st century lives.

What do you want to learn about teaching media literacy?
Since I consider myself to hardly be an amateur when it comes to media literacy, I hope to learn about the benefits as well as the criticisms of media literacy in order to better serve students, parents, and teachers.

What concerns do you have about teaching media literacy?
From what I have observed, I find it very interesting how teaching media literacy can be misconstrued as teaching with a political agenda. In my opinion, it's our duty to teach the future of tomorrow how to deconstruct messages from government, companies, and large-scale corporations. After all, if we don't-who will?

When are assignments due in this course?
Sunday at midnight.

What are the rules for late assignments?
You must make contact within 24 hours of missing the due date for an assignment in order to receive partial credit for an assignment. If you do not make contact, you will receive zero points.

What is the best way to contact me?
Through email.

Should you work ahead?
You should check before working ahead, because readings and assignments can change based on the needs of the class.