Decoding Media

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is focused on enhancing students’ skills in decoding and understanding media messages. It outlines various strategies for critically engaging with media, such as asking questions about what is being watched or read, thinking about the intentions of the author or creator, paying attention to the emotions elicited by the media, looking for clues in the media, comparing messages from different sources, and discussing media content with others. The colorful layout and friendly cartoon character aim to make the learning process engaging for students.

The worksheet is designed to teach students how to interact with media content more thoughtfully and critically. It encourages active viewing and reading by prompting students to question the content and to analyze the creators’ intentions and the emotions evoked. By providing tips on looking for symbolic elements and the importance of comparing and discussing media messages, it guides students towards a deeper understanding of media literacy. The aim is to equip students with the necessary tools to navigate and interpret the complex world of media more effectively.