Critical thinking and media literacy

 In the age of digital media, critical thinking and media literacy areno less than basic need. The process of critical thinking is in utilizing objective analysis and evaluation to form judgment on information.

 These skills not only enable us to be critical thinkers who can make informed decisions, but also creative problem solvers and engaged participants across society. Similarly, media literacy also simplifies the bigger and somewhat overwhelming picture of media landscape. It comprises the knowledge to access, understand and create media in a responsible manner.Media literacy enables us to differentiate between relevant and irrelevant information, recognize the purpose of media messages, and think actively about what we consume in terms of content.

The two skills have a complementary relationship: our skills of critical thinking help us judge and employ media wisely; developing these, in turn will test and improve on the effectiveness of those very abilities. These abilities are what give us the tools we need to confront challenges of today, not molding responsible and participating citizens in a digitally mediated information society.