Media Literacy, Bias, and Discussion

Media Literacy, Bias, and Discussion

Course overview

This course helps Grade 6 students read media more carefully, notice when a message is built on opinion instead of proof, and decide whether a source deserves trust. Students also practice responsible online discussion so they can respond clearly without spreading confusion or conflict.

What students will learn

• Separate facts, opinions, and claims in media messages.
• Notice bias, framing, and missing context.
• Check the author, purpose, date, and evidence behind a source.
• Respond to media with calm, respectful language.
• Decide whether to share or question a message before repeating it.

Lessons

• Facts, Opinions, and Media Claims - Learn how to tell fact from opinion and notice what a media claim is asking you to believe.
• Bias and Source Credibility - Practice spotting bias and checking whether a source is trustworthy.
• Discuss Media Responsibly - Learn how to respond to media carefully, kindly, and with self-control.

Parent guide

Work through the lessons in order and keep the discussion grounded in real examples from headlines, posts, ads, and short videos. Encourage your child to explain what they notice before they judge a message, then ask what evidence would make the message stronger or weaker.

Completion

A student finishes this course when they can separate fact from opinion, identify bias, check source credibility, and discuss media responsibly without rushing to repeat unverified claims.