New challenges for a new generation
Digital Natives
Today’s youth grow up as members of not only their local communities, but of online communities. It is more important than ever that they develop skills to safely, responsibly, and respectfully navigate this new space.
A Hyper-Connected World
Modern information and news comes in abundance though countless sources. It’s crucial that young people learn the skills needed to analyze media for according to purpose, logic, credibility, and use of data.
Inequity
Impartial sources of information can be hard to find today’s media landscape. Journalism is becoming increasingly saturated with opinion-based content. It’s important for students to be able to recognize bias and to know when to look for additional information.
Unprecedented Division
Young people are growing up in a highly polarized environment. Civic discourse depends upon people being able to have a productive conversations with those they disagree with. Skills like empathy, positive connection, and genuine listening as important for finding common ground.
A Game for the Information Age
“Agents of Influence” is a spy-themed educational video game that teaches middle and high school students critical thinking skills to evaluate information, research effectively, and have empathetic conversations.
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