Media and Information Literacy in Teacher Education: Preservice Teachers' Perspectives

• In Event: 14.027 - Exploring Preservice Teachers' Knowledge and Engagement in Digital Literacies in Multiple Settings

Abstract

Given the increasing role of digital media in students’ lives, Media & Information Literacy (MIL) is increasingly viewed as set of competencies that students should possess in today’s digital world. Teachers need to help students understand the functions of media and become critical users of the information that they encounter on a daily basis. This study examined preservice teachers’ views of MIL and its implications for their pedagogical practices. We found that while teachers recognized the essential role of educators in embedding MIL practices in their instruction, they lack adequate training to incorporate MIL in their own pedagogy. We discuss the implications of our findings for preparing teachers in MIL education and suggest directions for future research in this area.

Authors

• Sarah Gretter, Michigan State University

• Aman Yadav, Michigan State University