Lesson 4: Media Literacy

In lesson 4 of the British Hills Critical Thinking & Media Literacy Course, you will think critically about information you see online. From product reviews and descriptions, to emails from friends and acquaintances, it is important to analyse and evaluate what you are seeing.

Step 1: 

Do you believe every review you read or see online? Why?

Think about your answer to this question, and write it on the worksheet below.

Step 2:

Watch the video below, about social media influencers.​

Step 3:

Please complete the worksheet with your thoughts and opinions.

Do you think the Instagram reviews of the Lord & Taylor Design Lab Asymmetrical Dress are credible? Why?
 
Do you think social media influencers should declare when they receive money for a review? Why?

Step 4:

Now please watch this video about network marketing​.

Download the email below, and record your thoughts as instructed by the video.

Now prepare for your final lessons at British Hills!




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​Download the post-study worksheet to learn more about circular reporting by clicking on the image to the left. This will prepare you for your final lesson at British Hills.

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Well done on completing the self-study portion of the Critical Thinking and Media Literacy Course. 

We look forward to seeing you at British Hills.