This document discusses media and information literacy. It defines key terms like media, information, and literacy. It explains that literacy allows one to explore ideas and analyze information in unique ways. Literacy can be achieved through writing, symbols, oral communication, and gestures. Effective communication occurs when messages are understandable. Information literacy involves accessing, analyzing, evaluating, and creating media as well as understanding complex media messages. The document outlines various skills and abilities students will gain related to critical thinking, understanding society and media's influence, processing information, conducting research, using technology, and more. It discusses the roles of professionals and non-professionals in media and emphasizes values like truthfulness for responsible media practitioners. The document presents examples of media slog