Metaliteracy: Empowering Yourself in a Connected World

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Approx. 4 hours to complete

Course Summary

Learn about metaliteracy and how it can help you become a better digital citizen. This course covers topics such as online privacy, information evaluation, and digital storytelling.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the concept of metaliteracy and its relevance in the digital age
  • Develop skills in evaluating online information and improving digital literacy
  • Learn how to create and share digital content ethically and responsibly

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the importance of metaliteracy in the digital age
  • Develop critical thinking skills to evaluate online information
  • Create and share digital content ethically and responsibly

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic computer skills
  • Access to the internet

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Self-paced
  • Online
  • Video lectures
  • Quizzes
  • Peer-reviewed assignments

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  • Digital Citizenship
  • Information Literacy
  • Media and Digital Literacy

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Description

This course prepares you to effectively participate in a connected world. Metaliteracy advances reflective and empowered learning in collaborative communities. You will learn how to creatively and ethically produce and share information. As a metaliterate learner, you will see yourself as an informed content creator and a responsible contributor to information environments.

Outline

  • Your Role as a Metaliterate Learner
  • Course Introduction (01:00)
  • Your Role as a Metaliterate Learner (6:39)
  • Interview on Metacognition with Dr. Mather (6:38)
  • The Metaliterate Learner Figure
  • Metaliteracy Resources
  • Netiquette: Ground Rules for Online Discussions
  • Becoming a Metaliterate Digital Citizen
  • Understanding Intellectual Property (03:01)
  • Creative Commons Explained by Creative Commons Aotearoa New Zealand (5:32)
  • Ethical Use of Information (02:56)
  • Copyright
  • Ethical Use of Information
  • Copyright self-check
  • Creating and Sharing Information
  • Telling Your Digital Story (4:44)
  • Digital Story Example: Don't Work Under the Lamp Post (09:46)
  • Digital Storytelling Resources
  • Seeing Yourself as an Information Producer
  • Empowered Metaliterate Learning (2:09)

Summary of User Reviews

Metaliteracy is a highly recommended course that teaches learners how to effectively participate in digital environments. Users rave about the course's engaging content, insightful readings, and practical applications.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The course's emphasis on collaboration and community-building stood out as a positive aspect for many users.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Engaging, well-structured content
  • Insightful readings and resources
  • Practical applications for real-world scenarios
  • Encourages collaboration and community-building
  • Flexible pacing and scheduling options

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course material to be too basic
  • Limited opportunities for interaction with instructors
  • Not all assignments are graded or receive feedback
  • Discussion forums can be overwhelming and difficult to navigate
  • The course may not be relevant for learners in certain fields or industries
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Kelsey O'Brien, Dr. Michele Forte, Dr. Thomas P. Mackey, Professor Trudi Jacobson
The State University of New York
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Kelsey O'Brien

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