As AI transforms our media landscape and misinformation challenges public discourse, traditional fact-checking approaches to media literacy have become insufficient. Today’s citizens require sophisticated critical thinking skills to navigate an increasingly complex digital environment, creating an urgent need and an opportunity to reimagine educational approaches. This symposium will explore innovative approaches to media education that address both the intellectual and emotional impact of media technologies while emphasizing user agency and ethical responsibility in digital spaces. The symposium’s keynote address will be delivered by Dr. Alison Trope, founder of the Critical Media Project.
We welcome proposals for 20-minute papers and multimodal presentations that offer practical strategies for empowering people as creative critical thinkers across all media platforms. Of particular interest are approaches that address contemporary challenges, including political volatility, educational infrastructure concerns, and rapidly evolving technology.
If you have any questions, please contact Christine Becker at cbecker1@nd.edu.
More details at: https://ftt.nd.edu/news-events/news/call-for-proposals-beyond-our-screens-critical-screen-literacy-and-youth-media-production/