Editorial

Why Media Literacy is the Most Critical Skill of the 21st Century

With the rise of deepfakes and algorithmic feeds, learning how to verify source information has become essential for citizens.

Why Media Literacy is the Most Critical Skill of the 21st Century

We consume more information in a single day than our ancestors did in an entire lifetime. Yet, our ability to process and critically analyze this information has not kept pace.

Educators are now advocating for media literacy to be taught in primary schools, equipping children with the tools to distinguish credible journalism from manufactured narrative.