UNESCO Media and Information Literacy https://podcast.ausha.co/unesco-media-and-information-literacy Media and information literacy are like glasses to see facts and truth. This radio-based podcast series, centered on developing the concepts and competencies of Media and Information Literacy (MIL), to enrich our knowledge and understanding of how to critically search, read, analyze, and utilize information, media content, as well as digital technologies, enabling us to become active, media-literate citizens.   Here we can hear stories from all over the world and practical advice from media experts in a content-based learning to educate and raise awareness of media and information literacy and digital competencies.    This podcast series is an excerpt from UNESCO's massive open online course: "Think Critically, Click Wisely: Media and Information Literacy in the Next Normal." If the podcast has ignited your interest in getting more in-depth and comprehensive training on these competencies, check out our MOOC for a deeper dive into media information literacy.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. en Emmanuel Rudowski Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:38:18 +0000 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:38:18 +0000 feeds@ausha.co (Ausha) Ausha (https://www.ausha.co) fr UNESCO Emmanuel Rudowski E.Rudowski@unesco.org Media and information literacy are like glasses to see facts and truth. This radio-based podcast series, centered on developing the concepts and competencies of Media and Information Literacy (MIL), to enrich our knowledge and understanding of how to critically search, read, analyze, and utilize information, media content, as well as digital technologies, enabling us to become active, media-literate citizens.   Here we can hear stories from all over the world and practical advice from media experts in a content-based learning to educate and raise awareness of media and information literacy and digital competencies.    This podcast series is an excerpt from UNESCO's massive open online course: "Think Critically, Click Wisely: Media and Information Literacy in the Next Normal." If the podcast has ignited your interest in getting more in-depth and comprehensive training on these competencies, check out our MOOC for a deeper dive into media information literacy.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. false no no yes serial UNESCO E.Rudowski@unesco.org Media and information literacy are like glasses to see facts and truth. This radio-based podcast series, centered on developing the concepts and competencies of Media and Information Literacy (MIL), to enrich our knowledge and understanding of how to critically search, read, analyze, and utilize information, media content, as well as digital technologies, enabling us to become active, media-literate citizens.   Here we can hear stories from all over the world and practical advice from media experts in a content-based learning to educate and raise awareness of media and information literacy and digital competencies.    This podcast series is an excerpt from UNESCO's massive open online course: "Think Critically, Click Wisely: Media and Information Literacy in the Next Normal." If the podcast has ignited your interest in getting more in-depth and comprehensive training on these competencies, check out our MOOC for a deeper dive into media information literacy.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information. false Support us! Education https://image.ausha.co/XW3dPQipW5t2UOSkK3OqLzYOhWjmRaHk72f9ir7R_1400x1400.jpeg?t=1711385418 UNESCO Media and Information Literacy https://podcast.ausha.co/unesco-media-and-information-literacy A.I. and algorithms: why do ethics matter? A media and Information Literacy response 1/2 2201855daec181735bffe914514127c074ede7fd Alexandre Le Voci Sayad, researcher specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Ethics, joined our conversation to delve into the ethical dimensions of Artificial Intelligence, which is often described as a double-edged sword, offers vast learning opportunities while simultaneously sparking ethical concerns. As an AI ethics expert, Alexandre Le Voci Sayad explained in simple terms how AI and algorithms operate, emphasizing that they must be done in an ethical manner. What are the media and information literacy responses to the challenges brought about by AI? Listen closely to our discussion with Alexandre to find out the answer.

 

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]]> Alexandre Le Voci Sayad, researcher specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Ethics, joined our conversation to delve into the ethical dimensions of Artificial Intelligence, which is often described as a double-edged sword, offers vast learning opportunities while simultaneously sparking ethical concerns. As an AI ethics expert, Alexandre Le Voci Sayad explained in simple terms how AI and algorithms operate, emphasizing that they must be done in an ethical manner. What are the media and information literacy responses to the challenges brought about by AI? Listen closely to our discussion with Alexandre to find out the answer.

 

Extend your understanding of this topic by reviewing our MOOC Module 18.


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]]> Tue, 09 Apr 2024 06:00:00 +0000 https://podcast.ausha.co/unesco-media-and-information-literacy/5-a-i-and-algorithms-why-do-ethics-matter-a-media-and-information-literacy-response-1-2 UNESCO false AI,communication,digital,ethics,discrimination,privacy,unesco,média,#information,Disinformation,critical thinking,misinformation,Hate Speech,AI ethics,media and information literacy,digital competencies,digital citizenship,misinformation and disinformation,hate speech and discrimination,information literacy 09:04 full Alexandre Le Voci Sayad, researcher specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Ethics, joined our conversation to delve into the ethical dimensions of Artificial Intelligence, which is often described as a double-edged sword, offers vast learning oppo... UNESCO false A.I. and algorithms: why do ethics matter? A media and Information Literacy response 2/2 26af37e17631f31075fa522772b087a7081f0121 Alexandre Le Voci Sayad, researcher specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Ethics, joined our conversation to delve into the ethical dimensions of Artificial Intelligence, which is often described as a double-edged sword, offers vast learning opportunities while simultaneously sparking ethical concerns. As an AI ethics expert, Alexandre Le Voci Sayad explained in simple terms how AI and algorithms operate, emphasizing that they must be done in an ethical manner. What are the media and information literacy responses to the challenges brought about by AI? Listen closely to our discussion with Alexandre to find out the answer.

 

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]]> Alexandre Le Voci Sayad, researcher specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Ethics, joined our conversation to delve into the ethical dimensions of Artificial Intelligence, which is often described as a double-edged sword, offers vast learning opportunities while simultaneously sparking ethical concerns. As an AI ethics expert, Alexandre Le Voci Sayad explained in simple terms how AI and algorithms operate, emphasizing that they must be done in an ethical manner. What are the media and information literacy responses to the challenges brought about by AI? Listen closely to our discussion with Alexandre to find out the answer.

 

Extend your understanding of this topic by reviewing our MOOC Module 18.


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]]> Tue, 09 Apr 2024 06:00:00 +0000 https://podcast.ausha.co/unesco-media-and-information-literacy/a-i-and-algorithms-why-do-ethics-matter-a-media-and-information-literacy-response-2-2 UNESCO false AI,communication,digital,ethics,discrimination,privacy,unesco,média,#information,Disinformation,critical thinking,misinformation,Hate Speech,AI ethics,media and information literacy,digital competencies,digital citizenship,misinformation and disinformation,hate speech and discrimination,information literacy 07:38 full Alexandre Le Voci Sayad, researcher specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Ethics, joined our conversation to delve into the ethical dimensions of Artificial Intelligence, which is often described as a double-edged sword, offers vast learning oppo... UNESCO false Media and Information Literacy as a defense of privacy 1/2 14ec84df1b1ca3edb8dd0f4062903d52264af6f9 If you think privacy is not a concern as long as “I have nothing to hide”, then you are mistaken. Roaming online, being behind a screen does not shield us from privacy breaches or harm. In the first segment, real-life stories are alerting us to understand privacy settings. Later, Remzie Shahini, Director of the Media Institute at the University of Prishtina, and Jesús Lau, a Mexican librarian and expert in information literacy at the Universidad Veracruzana, join us for a discussion on defining the ethical use of data and how privacy can be defended. Tune in for insights into safeguarding our data and understanding our rights to protect our privacy.

 

Explore this topic further by diving into our MOOC Module 19.


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]]> If you think privacy is not a concern as long as “I have nothing to hide”, then you are mistaken. Roaming online, being behind a screen does not shield us from privacy breaches or harm. In the first segment, real-life stories are alerting us to understand privacy settings. Later, Remzie Shahini, Director of the Media Institute at the University of Prishtina, and Jesús Lau, a Mexican librarian and expert in information literacy at the Universidad Veracruzana, join us for a discussion on defining the ethical use of data and how privacy can be defended. Tune in for insights into safeguarding our data and understanding our rights to protect our privacy.

 

Explore this topic further by diving into our MOOC Module 19.


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]]> Tue, 09 Apr 2024 06:00:00 +0000 https://podcast.ausha.co/unesco-media-and-information-literacy/media-and-information-literacy-as-a-defense-of-privacy-1-2 UNESCO false AI,communication,digital,ethics,discrimination,privacy,unesco,média,#information,Disinformation,critical thinking,misinformation,Hate Speech,AI ethics,media and information literacy,digital competencies,digital citizenship,misinformation and disinformation,hate speech and discrimination,information literacy 08:05 full If you think privacy is not a concern as long as “I have nothing to hide”, then you are mistaken. Roaming online, being behind a screen does not shield us from privacy breaches or harm. In the first segment, real-life stories are alerting us to underst... UNESCO false Media and Information Literacy as a defense of privacy 2/2 31f9aa601691341ae0d8443765b29d37a608b808 If you think privacy is not a concern as long as “I have nothing to hide”, then you are mistaken. Roaming online, being behind a screen does not shield us from privacy breaches or harm. In the first segment, real-life stories are alerting us to understand privacy settings. Later, Remzie Shahini, Director of the Media Institute at the University of Prishtina, and Jesús Lau, a Mexican librarian and expert in information literacy at the Universidad Veracruzana, join us for a discussion on defining the ethical use of data and how privacy can be defended. Tune in for insights into safeguarding our data and understanding our rights to protect our privacy.

 

Explore this topic further by diving into our MOOC Module 19.


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]]> If you think privacy is not a concern as long as “I have nothing to hide”, then you are mistaken. Roaming online, being behind a screen does not shield us from privacy breaches or harm. In the first segment, real-life stories are alerting us to understand privacy settings. Later, Remzie Shahini, Director of the Media Institute at the University of Prishtina, and Jesús Lau, a Mexican librarian and expert in information literacy at the Universidad Veracruzana, join us for a discussion on defining the ethical use of data and how privacy can be defended. Tune in for insights into safeguarding our data and understanding our rights to protect our privacy.

 

Explore this topic further by diving into our MOOC Module 19.


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]]> Tue, 09 Apr 2024 06:00:00 +0000 https://podcast.ausha.co/unesco-media-and-information-literacy/media-and-information-literacy-as-a-defense-of-privacy-2-2 UNESCO false AI,communication,digital,ethics,discrimination,privacy,unesco,média,#information,Disinformation,critical thinking,misinformation,Hate Speech,AI ethics,media and information literacy,digital competencies,digital citizenship,misinformation and disinformation,hate speech and discrimination,information literacy 08:52 full If you think privacy is not a concern as long as “I have nothing to hide”, then you are mistaken. Roaming online, being behind a screen does not shield us from privacy breaches or harm. In the first segment, real-life stories are alerting us to underst... UNESCO false Digital skills for safe navigation in digital spaces 5e016286e5a0157561179a35fcccf70a5ddde114 Janneth Trejo Quintana, researcher at National Autonomous University of Mexico, and Joey Algerian, the President emeritus of the Philippine Association for Media and Information Literacy tell us why digital skills are important nowadays. They shed light on the digital landscape and illustrate how we can exercise citizenship through the Internet. Quintana suggests that to identify and evaluate digital content, paying close attention to objectivity and authenticity is helpful. Further, how can we avoid malware and spyware? Join our discussion with the two experts to glean valuable tips for navigating the digital realm.

 

Delve deeper into this topic by checking our MOOC Module 7.


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]]> Janneth Trejo Quintana, researcher at National Autonomous University of Mexico, and Joey Algerian, the President emeritus of the Philippine Association for Media and Information Literacy tell us why digital skills are important nowadays. They shed light on the digital landscape and illustrate how we can exercise citizenship through the Internet. Quintana suggests that to identify and evaluate digital content, paying close attention to objectivity and authenticity is helpful. Further, how can we avoid malware and spyware? Join our discussion with the two experts to glean valuable tips for navigating the digital realm.

 

Delve deeper into this topic by checking our MOOC Module 7.


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]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:51:22 +0000 https://podcast.ausha.co/unesco-media-and-information-literacy/digital-skills-for-safe-navigation-in-digital-spaces UNESCO false AI,communication,digital,ethics,discrimination,privacy,unesco,média,#information,Disinformation,critical thinking,misinformation,Hate Speech,AI ethics,media and information literacy,digital competencies,digital citizenship,misinformation and disinformation,hate speech and discrimination,information literacy 09:51 full Janneth Trejo Quintana, researcher at National Autonomous University of Mexico, and Joey Algerian, the President emeritus of the Philippine Association for Media and Information Literacy tell us why digital skills are important nowadays. They shed ligh... UNESCO false Media and Information Literacy to address hate speech and discrimination ff16d7dead9a52f8d28447f3b0c4a3bc85699ff4 Chido Onumah, Coordinator of the African Centre for Media and Information Literacy, and Sophie Sandberg, gender justice activist, chalk artist, and founder of the popular initiative against street harassment "Catcalls of NYC," have been invited to join our discussion on hate speech and discrimination. They each provide their definition of "hate speech." How can we identify and combat these harmful expressions through media and information literacy? Follow our discussion with media experts Chido and Sophie for practical solutions.

 

Delve deeper into this topic by checking our MOOC Module 5, and do not miss Module 9.


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]]> Chido Onumah, Coordinator of the African Centre for Media and Information Literacy, and Sophie Sandberg, gender justice activist, chalk artist, and founder of the popular initiative against street harassment "Catcalls of NYC," have been invited to join our discussion on hate speech and discrimination. They each provide their definition of "hate speech." How can we identify and combat these harmful expressions through media and information literacy? Follow our discussion with media experts Chido and Sophie for practical solutions.

 

Delve deeper into this topic by checking our MOOC Module 5, and do not miss Module 9.


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]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:49:49 +0000 https://podcast.ausha.co/unesco-media-and-information-literacy/media-and-information-literacy-to-address-hate-speech-and-discrimination UNESCO false AI,communication,digital,ethics,discrimination,privacy,unesco,média,#information,Disinformation,critical thinking,misinformation,Hate Speech,AI ethics,media and information literacy,digital competencies,digital citizenship,misinformation and disinformation,hate speech and discrimination,information literacy 07:05 full Chido Onumah, Coordinator of the African Centre for Media and Information Literacy, and Sophie Sandberg, gender justice activist, chalk artist, and founder of the popular initiative against street harassment "Catcalls of NYC," have been invited to join... UNESCO false Tackling misinformation and disinformation through Media and Information Literacy competencies 02c0730a2b6ba8e846b809762be2ee91c2dcab7b Misinformation can spread rapidly, much like a virus. Pictures taken out of context can also contribute to misleading narratives. What is more concerning is that children and teenagers are the most vulnerable in this fertile territory of fake news. From the fabricated stories of the New York Sun in 1835 to the propaganda tactics of Nazi Germany, we explore the deceptive nature of fake news. What is dis-/misinformation and what are its consequences for societies? Listen to this episode to find out how Media and Information Literacy competencies can deal with this information disorder.

 

Take a closer look at this topic by exploring our MOOC Modules 2 and 3.


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]]> Misinformation can spread rapidly, much like a virus. Pictures taken out of context can also contribute to misleading narratives. What is more concerning is that children and teenagers are the most vulnerable in this fertile territory of fake news. From the fabricated stories of the New York Sun in 1835 to the propaganda tactics of Nazi Germany, we explore the deceptive nature of fake news. What is dis-/misinformation and what are its consequences for societies? Listen to this episode to find out how Media and Information Literacy competencies can deal with this information disorder.

 

Take a closer look at this topic by exploring our MOOC Modules 2 and 3.


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]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:47:44 +0000 https://podcast.ausha.co/unesco-media-and-information-literacy/tackling-misinformation-and-disinformation-through-media-and-information-literacy-competencies UNESCO false AI,communication,digital,ethics,discrimination,privacy,unesco,média,#information,Disinformation,critical thinking,misinformation,Hate Speech,AI ethics,media and information literacy,digital competencies,digital citizenship,misinformation and disinformation,hate speech and discrimination,information literacy 10:03 full Misinformation can spread rapidly, much like a virus. Pictures taken out of context can also contribute to misleading narratives. What is more concerning is that children and teenagers are the most vulnerable in this fertile territory of fake news. Fro... UNESCO false Understanding the concept and the urgency of Media and Information Literacy nowadays 82dcd58bf7d628ab88269e6e27a415352d4cd6d0 Are you active on social media, sharing snippets of your daily life? Ever questioned vaccine information during the pandemic due to conflicting reports? This episode teaches us why media and information literacy is so crucial in a world overflowing with technology and information.

Concept: Media and Information Literacy is important to learn how to use media and information providers ethically and critically, in addition to being able to critically read information.

Issues raised according to the latest version of UNESCO’s Media and Information Literacy curriculum:

- The importance of Media and Information Literacy

- Concept of critical thinking /approach

Delve deeper into this topic by checking our MOOC Module 1.


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]]> Are you active on social media, sharing snippets of your daily life? Ever questioned vaccine information during the pandemic due to conflicting reports? This episode teaches us why media and information literacy is so crucial in a world overflowing with technology and information.

Concept: Media and Information Literacy is important to learn how to use media and information providers ethically and critically, in addition to being able to critically read information.

Issues raised according to the latest version of UNESCO’s Media and Information Literacy curriculum:

- The importance of Media and Information Literacy

- Concept of critical thinking /approach

Delve deeper into this topic by checking our MOOC Module 1.


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]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:42:23 +0000 https://podcast.ausha.co/unesco-media-and-information-literacy/understanding-the-concept-and-the-urgency-of-media-and-information-literacy-nowadays UNESCO false AI,communication,digital,ethics,discrimination,privacy,unesco,média,#information,Disinformation,critical thinking,misinformation,Hate Speech,AI ethics,media and information literacy,digital competencies,digital citizenship,misinformation and disinformation,hate speech and discrimination,information literacy 09:35 full Are you active on social media, sharing snippets of your daily life? Ever questioned vaccine information during the pandemic due to conflicting reports? This episode teaches us why media and information literacy is so crucial in a world overflowing wit... UNESCO false