Understanding Media and Information Literacy (MIL) in the Digital Age: A Question of Democracy by Ulla Carlsson
Yelubayeva P. Gabdullina Z.
12 December 2024Cherkas Global University Press
International Journal of Media and Information Literacy
2024#9Issue 2491 - 495 pp.
This review examines the book titled Understanding Media and Information Literacy (MIL) in the Digital Age: A Question of Democracy, edited by Ulla Carlsson, which underscores the pivotal role of media and information literacy (MIL) in fostering democratic engagement, social justice, and civic empowerment in a media-saturated era. Employing an interdisciplinary approach, this book synthesizes perspectives from education, political science, and media studies to explore the evolving role of MIL within digital transformations. The books central idea aligns with UNESCOs 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing MILs potential to bridge digital divides, combat misinformation, and foster active citizenship across diverse multimedia landscapes. The review underscores the books strengths, particularly its effective integration of MIL within democratic frameworks. It also identifies areas for further scholarly exploration, such as expanding empirical research and including perspectives beyond the Global North. Overall, Carlssons work provides critical insights for academics, policymakers, and educators, emphasizing the importance of implementing MIL as a foundational component of democratic societies. Copyright
civic engagement , democratic participation , digital citizenship , digital democracy , disinformation , global perspectives , Media and Information Literacy , media literacy education , social justice , UNESCO
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