Quiz: Media Literacy
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Media literacy is an important skill that allows people to think critically about the messages they receive through various forms of media. It involves analyzing the techniques, technologies, and institutions that are used to deliver media content as well as identifying biases and evaluating the reliability and credibility of different sources of information. Developing media literacy helps people make informed decisions, think independently, and better understand the world around them.
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