Modern Interactive Methods for Developing Media Philosophy Knowledge in Students
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https://doi.org/10.51699/cajlpc.v7i3.1594Keywords:
Information Age, Media Philosophy, Debate and Discussion, Interactive MethodsAbstract
In today's digital information age, media philosophy knowledge (the field of knowledge where media and philosophy intersect) is extremely important for students. Media and information literacy constitutes a core set of skills that responds to the global challenges of the 21st century – specifically, In an environment where misinformation and disinformation are on the rise, it is essential to foster students' critical engagement with information and their ability to navigate the online environment safely. Research shows that integrating media literacy into philosophy education prepares students to critically engage with digital information, It is crucial for developing critical thinking and for understanding the ethical dimensions of information based on epistemological (related to the theory of knowledge) principles. In other words, in a philosophical context, media literacy is the skill of critically evaluating sources of information, understanding the fundamental principles of knowledge, and recognizing the ethical implications of information dissemination. This article discusses this topic.
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