Being Media Literate with Political Advertisements 1New November 2022! View the 1984 Reagan Presidential Campaign ad "Morning in America" and compare your analysis of its effectiveness to the political and electoral scholars offering their perspective...
Some Ways to Determine If the News is “Fake”New June 2022! Learn some easy and practical ways to check the validity of news you read on social media.
Differentiating Between Fact and OpinionNew June 2022! Learn some easy and practical ways to differentiate between fact and opinion and why it's important to do so.
The Importance of Understanding the Purpose of a MessageNew June 2022! Learn why figuring out the purpose for a message is an important media literacy tool.
What are Some Ways to Verify Information we Read in Social Media?New June 2022! Journalism teacher offer some practical suggestions for determining the validity of information presented on social media.
Managing Your Digital Footprint (Member Created Video)New May 2022! Learn what is a "digital footprint," how positively powerful it can be, and why and how to manage it to your best advantage in this video created by student at Ladue Horton Watkins High...
Dealing with the Validity of Social Media as a News SourceNew May 2022! Media professionals describe the importance of, and methods for, applying media literacy skills as you consume information from social media sources.
A Day in the Life of a Radio DJCindy Collins, 30 year veteran radio air talent and voice over artist, takes students through the work of putting a show on the air.
Media and Media LiteracyVideos highlight print and visual media communication in action and media literacy in practice with professionals working in the fields.
Career Experiences In…: Communications, Media, WritingIndividuals working in communications, media, journalism, and writing share experiences, insights, and inspiration related to their career.
Art with a Message: Lola Ogbara, Examining The Black Fem ExperienceIn “Pleasure is All Mine” artist Lola Ogbara contemplates, examines, and reconstructs the black female form through conceptual, grotesque, and provocative imagery. Take a tour with the artist.
Digital/Media: Jon Alexander, FilmmakerJon Alexander always had an interest in the visual arts. He has also seen the trauma of mental health issues in his community. His filmmaking seeks to inform and educate others on these issues.
What Is the Process You Use to Source Your Stories?Veteran journalist Betsey Bruce talks about researching stories.
A Conversation with Laurna GodwinLaurna Godwin, Emmy award winning journalist and Founder/President of Vector Communications, shares the story of growing a business focused on providing impactful public communication.
Resource Package 7: Theatre and TelevisionTo see the videos in this package, click the title or image above.
How to Spot Fake NewsDiscerning what is real news and what is fake can be daunting. We offer questions that can be considered to help students spot any red flags.
Login to ViewBeing Media Literate with Political Advertisements 2New November 2022! View the 1992 Clinton Presidential Campaign ad "Bill Clinton Economic Plan" and compare your analysis of its effectiveness to the political and electoral scholars offering their pe...
Login to ViewExamples of How Social Media Has Changed the Way We Think and Do ThingsNew June 2022! Journalism teachers answer a student question seeking examples of how social media has changed our lives.
Login to ViewSocial Media and Implications of the 24 Hour News CycleNew May 2022! Media professionals share how social media influences what has become a 24 hour news cycle and offer media literacy strategies for being a responsible consumer of that news.
Login to ViewLessons Learned When I Opened My BusinessNew May 2022! A business man shares some examples of unexpected learning he and his partners received in the first year of their business.
Login to ViewWhat Do Potential Employers Like to See on Social Media Accounts?New May 2022! A business man answers the question with examples of how to create a positive social media presence to potentially impress an employer.
Login to ViewThe Role of Student Journalists and Journalist Positions of the FutureGilbert Bailon, Editor of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, shares his views on the important role of student journalists and the future of the journalism profession.
Login to ViewAdvice for Aspiring Female JournalistsVeteran women journalists give advice for aspiring female journalists.
Login to ViewA Journalist Offers Advice for Student JournalistsGilbert Bailon, Editor of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, offers his advice to young people considering journalism as their chosen profession.
