Navigating the Media Landscape: Critical Media Literacy in the 2024 Elections

As the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election approaches, the media landscape is more complex and influential than ever. This virtual panel brings together leading scholars and practitioners in critical media literacy to engage students and the public on the importance of analyzing, evaluating, and understanding the media’s role in shaping public perception and political discourse. The discussion will explore strategies for identifying bias, misinformation, and propaganda in news coverage while also empowering students and community members to become informed and active participants in democratic processes. Join us for an insightful conversation that will provide essential tools for navigating the media landscape during this pivotal election season.

Moderators:

• Elizabeth Beaumont, Associate Professor of Politics and Legal Studies (UCSC)
• Kayson Tang, Undergraduate Class of Merrill College ’26 (UCSC)

Speakers:

• Nolan Higdon, Lecturer, Merrill College (UCSC)
• Jeff Share, Lecturer, School of Education and Information Studies (UCLA)
• Roberto de Roock, Associate Professor of Learning Sciences and Technology (UCSC)
• Daisy Martin, Founding Director of The History & Civics Project (UCSC)