Preaction Discuss in pairs: Why is it important to check your sources and reconsider your input?
Critical Mindset as a Tool The average person spends over three hours every day on their phone. In addition, most people are surrounded by images and screens throughout the day. How is this influencing people’s view of reality and sense of what is normal?
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According to former President Barack Obama, it is helpful to stay away from TV and social media when making big decisions because that “creates a lot of noise and clouds your judgment”.
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29 In groups, research if necessary and discuss: a What sources do you usually use and how do you check them? b Are influencers and celebrities trustworthy sources? c What is meant by: fake news and biased news? d What are the differences between news media and tabloids?
WRITING 30 Work in pairs: a Describe and discuss the differences between the images to your right. b How do media influence you on the following issues? Discuss by using the images. beauty, fitness, fashion, money, violence, drugs c Create a presentation together on media versus real life consisting of images such as the ones to your right. Prepare to point out and describe the differences.
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Discuss what Obama might mean by “a lot of noise”. What is possible noise for you?
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Check your phone for a screen time function. Are you surprised by your average daily screen time? How do your online habits influence your life?
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SOURCE Chan, R. 2018. Barack Obama has these two tips if you’re president. Business Insider. Businessinsider.com
31 Form discussion groups with another pair. Do the following: a Give your presentation. Make sure you point out and describe the differences in the images you show. b Discuss why it is important to be aware of how and where you post your images online. c Discuss how you think others view you based on online content. d Google each other and compare what you find to your answers in task c. e Do some research and make a poster about these issues: ˬ :KDW \RX DUH DOORZHG WR SRVW DERXW RWKHUV online, according to the laws and regulations in place ˬ +RZ \RX FDQ JHW ULG RI XQZDQWHG FRQWHQW RI yourself online
