Claims of misinformation and fake news frequently dominate media headlines- so how do we critically consume information in our current world? How can we produce information that is accurate and evidence-based? In this unit, you will build your media literacy skills to become a critical consumer and creator of information. You will reflect on how technology influences personal and professional information creation and consumption. You will learn how information is created, distorted, and shared in online environments and then interpret texts for information which could be misleading. By engaging with a range of contemporary topics you will build the skills you'll need to manage information on behalf of organisations. Finally, you will cumulate your learning by creating a media product suitable for disseminating accurate information in online media environments.

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from Teaching Staff Evaluation

Templates which assist students to structure written assessments appear very useful

Provide templates for all assessment items in the unit.

Feedback from Student Satisfaction Survey

The structure of Zoom classes, which review learning content, was helpful for students

Continue to run Zoom classes which include a balance of content delivery and opportunities for student interaction and engagement.

Feedback from Teaching Staff Evaluation

Unit content needs to have clearer relevance for students not planning careers in the communication and media industry

Expand content to better express the value of public relations skills outside the communication and media discipline.